Truss Repair Designer

Fieldstone

. Design repairs for residential and commercial roof and floor trusses and related engineered wood products .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and repairing wood truss systems, utilizing structural principles and engineering software to develop accurate repair solutions. Proficient in managing multiple projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards and effective communication with clients and project partners.

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Wood Truss DesignMiTek SE SoftwareStructural PrinciplesTechnical DocumentationProject Management

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Hard Skills

Truss Repair DrawingsCalculating Tributary LoadsBlueprint ReadingWood Member DesignLoad Transfer AnalysisTechnical WritingMathematical AbilitiesTruss Products KnowledgeConstruction Document ReviewFieldstone Quality Control

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationClient ServiceIndependent WorkProject Prioritization

Tools & Technologies

MiTek SEAutoCADFieldstone File Management

Industry Keywords

IRCIBCASCE 7NDS for Wood ConstructionANSI/TPI StandardsMetal Plate Connected TrussesResidential ConstructionCommercial Construction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design repairs for residential and commercial roof and floor trusses and related engineered wood products
Prepare truss repair drawings, details, and supporting calculations
Review damaged, altered, or nonconforming truss conditions and develop repair solutions
Review construction documents and truss design drawings for accuracy, design requirements, and code compliance
Determine repair design requirements using structural principles
Calculate and evaluate tributary loads, concentrated loads, and load transfer
Use MiTek SE and other truss engineering software to analyze conditions and develop repair designs
Communicate with clients to obtain missing information, clarify field conditions, answer technical questions, and communicate repair requirements
Communicate with Architects or Engineers when technical clarification or engineering review is required
Manage multiple repair projects, prioritize workload, and maintain project status to meet deadlines
Maintain job-related files using Fieldstone file and folder structure procedures
Apply Fieldstone Quality Control procedures and ensure work accuracy and completeness
Comply with Fieldstone and client-specific CAD, file management, and documentation standards
Foster external and internal client service
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of wood truss systems, truss products, metal plate connected trusses, connectors, and related engineered wood products
Working familiarity with IRC, IBC, ASCE 7, NDS for Wood Construction, and ANSI/TPI standards
Solid understanding of structural principles, roof and floor loading, load paths, wood member design, and wood connector design
Strong mathematical abilities, including calculating tributary loads, concentrated loads, and load transfer
Ability to read blueprints, architectural drawings, construction documents, truss design drawings, and field reports
Knowledge of residential and commercial construction as it relates to truss design and repair conditions
Ability to develop practical truss repair solutions from project information
Working knowledge of MiTek SE or similar metal plate connected truss engineering software
Ability to prepare repair drawings, details, calculations, and technical documentation
Familiarity with AutoCAD is preferred
Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies or missing information
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to communicate effectively with clients and project partners
Ability to meet deadlines
3+ years of experience in wood truss design and engineering software
Direct experience designing truss repairs is strongly preferred
A degree in civil or structural engineering is preferred but not required
Computer-aided drafting experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work capabilities, including remote, in-office, and hybrid situations
401k
Profit sharing
Shared health, dental, and vision costs
Flexible schedule
Daily huddles
Virtual and in-person Happy Hour events
Weekly Lunchtime Trivia
Team-Building events
Team development opportunities