Structural Design Tech I

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Grand Rapids, MI Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted December 5, 2025 Last posted December 5, 2025
Job description

Structural Design Tech I

Under general supervision provides support to the factory-built engineering department by building and testing trusses and through the preparation of engineering drawings utilizing software to design wood trusses.

Location: Must office out of Granger, IN or Grand Rapids, Mi 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Select materials from shop inventory as specified on design documents.
  • Operates press or other equipment to assemble components into a completed truss.
  • Performs testing of trusses as directed.
  • Performs duties consistent with established safety rules and procedures.
  • Designs metal plate connected wood trusses utilizing structural design software.
  • Prepares engineering drawings for manufactured housing roof trusses as assigned.
  • Prepares written repair procedures and drawings for damaged trusses under the direction/supervision of an engineer.
  • Optimize designs for maximum efficiency.
  • Performs other duties as required.


Qualifications

  • Basic knowledge of algebra, trigonometry and geometry.
  • Ability to understand load transfers and knowledge of material strengths and values.
  • Working knowledge of floor and roof systems.
  • Proficiency in the use of the English language in reading, writing and speaking
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and structural plans
  • Strong math skills
  • Ability to use a computer, and software in a technical environment.
  • Ability to successfully interact with all organizational levels and the public
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others, including customers, architects, engineers, peers, and management

 


The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.




About this role

Summary

Supports engineering by designing, testing, and preparing drawings for wood trusses using software.

Job title

Structural Design Tech I

Experience level

entry level

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

On-site in Grand Rapids, MI, or Granger, IN; no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

algebratrigonometrygeometryload transfermaterial strengthsblueprintsstructural planssoftware

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

structural designwood trussesengineering drawingssoftware design
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Grand Rapids, MI, USA

On-site City

Granger, IN, USA

On-site City