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Canam Steel Corporation

Design Engineer

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

... contract documents to meet industry codes, practices, shop schedules, and consistent with corporate mission, values and department objectives. • Structural steel design to ensure individual truss ...

Canam Steel Corporation

Design Engineer

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

Design and check building components - steel joists and metal deck - in accordance with contract ... Career Summary • Structural steel design to ensure individual truss members and welds meet the ...

Enercept Inc.

CAD Drafter/SIP Designer

Watertown, SD · On-site

$21.50 - $28.75/hr

These detailed drawings typically incorporate the input of engineers, truss and beam suppliers ... Any job offer will not provide a contract other than an at-will relationship between Enercept Inc ...

US LBM Holdings LLC

Designer Salary

Glendale, AZ · On-site

Arizona Building Supply manufactures truss and wall panel components, and sells a wide range of ... Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design discrepancies.

US LBM Holdings LLC

Designer

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts. * Performs job site inspections. * Produces materials list. * Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design ...

US LBM Service Co

Designer

Harrisburg, PA

Prepares roof truss and truss joist layouts. * Coordinates, sells and does follow-ups of new jobs ... Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design discrepancies.

Lyman Lumber Company

Designer

Eau Claire, WI

Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts. * Performs job site inspections. * Produces materials list. * Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design ...

Hines

Residential Designer

Grayslake, IL

$70K - $85K/yr

... and truss manufacturing facilities, providing specialty building products to customers in ... Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design discrepancies.

Hines

Residential Designer

Wheaton, IL

$70K - $85K/yr

... and truss manufacturing facilities, providing specialty building products to customers in ... Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design discrepancies.

US LBM Holdings LLC

Residential Designer

Wheaton, IL · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

... and truss manufacturing facilities, providing specialty building products to customers in ... Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design discrepancies.

Hines

Residential Designer

Alsip, IL

$70K - $85K/yr

... and truss manufacturing facilities, providing specialty building products to customers in ... Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design discrepancies.

US LBM Holdings LLC

Designer

Eau Claire, WI · On-site +1

Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts. * Performs job site inspections. * Produces materials list. * Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design ...

Lyman Lumber Company

Designer

Eau Claire, WI

Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts. * Performs job site inspections. * Produces materials list. * Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design ...

Lyman Lumber Company

Designer

Eau Claire, WI

Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts. * Performs job site inspections. * Produces materials list. * Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design ...

US LBM Holdings LLC

Designer

Jacksonville, FL · On-site +1

Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts. * Performs job site inspections. * Produces materials list. * Determines special notes to append contracts. * Resolves architectural and design ...

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As of Jun 11, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract truss design in the United States is $1,522.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,269.23 and $1,692.31 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Truss Design vs Structural Drafting?

AspectContract Truss DesignStructural Drafting
CredentialsTypically requires CAD proficiency, engineering knowledge, and sometimes certification in truss designRequires CAD skills, engineering background, and drafting certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, manufacturing plants, construction sitesArchitectural and engineering firms, construction sites, design studios
Industry UsagePrimarily in wood and metal truss manufacturing, constructionBroader in civil, structural, and architectural projects

Contract Truss Design focuses specifically on creating detailed truss systems for construction, often involving specialized engineering and CAD skills. Structural Drafting covers a wider range of structural components and drawings, including trusses, but also beams, columns, and frameworks. While both roles require technical drafting skills and industry knowledge, Contract Truss Design is more specialized in truss systems, whereas Structural Drafting encompasses a broader scope of structural elements.

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Design Engineer

Canam Steel Corporation

Jacksonville, FL

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Canam Steel Corporation is a major US manufacturer of open web steel joists and steel deck.  The company participates in thousands of projects each year ranging from large distribution centers and high rise projects, to small retail centers.  The steel joist business in the US dates back to 1986 as a partnership with Canam Group and our steel deck business was launched by an acquisition of the United Steel Deck brand in 2010.  The Corporation currently operates six fabrication facilities, several sales and engineering offices, and employs approximately 800 people across the United States.

Job Description

Design and check building components - steel joists and metal deck - in accordance with contract documents to meet industry codes, practices, shop schedules, and consistent with corporate mission, values and department objectives. 


Career Summary


         Structural steel design to ensure individual truss members and welds meet the requirements of applicable specifications and codes (SJI, SDI, AISC, AWS, etc.);

         Design building components through the use of computer software and supplementary tools;

         Redesign members for greater economy, and compare design weight with sales weight;

         Review contract documents and drafting work for completeness and proper depiction of special loading conditions;

         Generate shop fabrication documents, and clarify and resolve questions from the production lines.

         Understand Canam's products and processes, and contribute to improvement activities;

         Communicate and resolve issues with clients for new projects, and with field personnel; 

         Meet shop schedule requirements, and coordinate with project managers for client requests;

         Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in an effective manner with customers, coworkers, clients and supervisors;

         Perform other job duties as assigned by supervisor.

Work Environment:

Constant exposure to computer display and general office equipment. Occasionally exposed to shop environment.
 

Qualifications

         BS isn Civil or Architectural Engineering with preference for structural emphasis;

         Professional licensure, or appropriate qualifications to obtain future licensure, preferred

         Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, specifications, governmental regulations, drawings and job specifications;

         Ability to write routine reports and correspondence; familiarity with computers, spreadsheets and design software;

         Ability to speak effectively with customers.

Work Environment:

Constant exposure to computer display and general office equipment. Occasionally exposed to shop environment.
 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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