Carter Lumber is seeking a Commercial Component Designer responsible for creating structural frameworks that support roofs, ceilings, and walls in commercial building projects. This role ensures drawings are produced accurately and on schedule based on customer‑provided blueprints. It requires knowledge of commonly used concepts and practices within the construction industry. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.
Requirements:
Knowledgeable in the basic aspects of construction
Previous experience using truss or component design software
High level of knowledge in the application of the products being designed
Competency in basic mathematics, geometry, and trigonometry
Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural plans
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook Responsibilities Design- Creates design illustrations based on blueprints to produce working drawings for fabrication
Works with a variety of materials to create trusses, beams, wall panels, and other structural components
Completes and finalizes designs for production and assembly
Evaluates designs to ensure all design standards and requirements are met Analyses and Troubleshoots- Reviews and analyzes specifications, blueprints, engineered drawings, and related documents to determine factors affecting the design of commercial walls, truss, and engineered wood components Support- Communicate with production teams, customers, and Store Managers to ensure designs remain accurate throughout the process
Assist stores in responding to customer questions and concerns Benefits (full-time employees)- Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
Short and Long-Term Disability
Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
Optional supplemental life insurance
Company-match 401(k)
Vacation time and paid holidays
Vendor incentives
Room for growth; we promote from within!
Military encouraged to apply! IND123
Carter Lumber is a construction materials and component manufacturing company that specializes in designing and producing structural frameworks for commercial building projects. They create trusses, beams, wall panels, and other engineered wood components based on customer blueprints and architectural specifications. The company serves commercial construction clients and operates through a network of stores that support customer needs. Carter Lumber emphasizes accuracy, quality design standards, and collaboration between design, production, and customer teams to deliver structural components for roofs, ceilings, and walls in commercial buildings.
