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Structural Designer - Timber & Wood Framing 3D Structural Modeling | Revit / Cadwork | Fabrication & Construction About the Role DC Structures is looking for a Structural Designer to join our design ...

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Structural Designer - Timber & Wood Framing 3D Structural Modeling | Revit / Cadwork | Fabrication & Construction About the Role DC Structures is looking for a Structural Designer to join our design ...

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Structural Designer - Timber & Wood Framing 3D Structural Modeling | Revit / Cadwork | Fabrication & Construction About the Role DC Structures is looking for a Structural Designer to join our design ...

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Structural Designer - Timber & Wood Framing 3D Structural Modeling | Revit / Cadwork | Fabrication & Construction About the Role DC Structures is looking for a Structural Designer to join our design ...

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Structural Designer - Timber & Wood Framing 3D Structural Modeling | Revit / Cadwork | Fabrication & Construction About the Role DC Structures is looking for a Structural Designer to join our design ...

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Structural Designer - Timber & Wood Framing 3D Structural Modeling | Revit / Cadwork | Fabrication & Construction About the Role DC Structures is looking for a Structural Designer to join our design ...

... designers and engineers collaborating on many of the amazing projects we build. This role will ... Perform structural analysis on light wood frame and small mass timber structures, including gravity ...

... of designers and engineers collaborating on many of the amazing projects we build. In this role ... Perform structural analysis on light wood frame and small mass timber structures, including gravity ...

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How much do freelance timber frame designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance timber frame designer in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Timber Frame Designer vs Timber Frame Draftsman?

AspectFreelance Timber Frame DesignerTimber Frame Draftsman
CredentialsDesign certifications, architecture or engineering backgroundDrafting certifications, CAD proficiency
Work EnvironmentIndependent, client-focused projects, remote or on-siteOffice-based, CAD drafting for timber frame projects
Industry UsageDesigning custom timber frames, collaborating with buildersCreating detailed drawings for manufacturing and construction

While both roles involve working with timber frame structures, a Freelance Timber Frame Designer focuses on creating innovative designs and concepts for clients, often requiring design certifications. A Timber Frame Draftsman primarily prepares detailed technical drawings used for manufacturing and construction. The designer role emphasizes creativity and client interaction, whereas the draftsman concentrates on technical precision and drafting skills.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Timber Frame Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 61% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 26% Contract. Highlights an 57% In-person, and 43% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Carpenter - Heavy Timber Frame

New Energy Works of Rochester Inc

Farmington, NY • On-site

$18 - $35/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Job description

We’re looking for a Timber Framer to join our passionate and creative team in Farmington NY. This role is quality-oriented and craft-focused working with heavy timber construction both in the shop and on-site. New Energy Works has been designing and crafting custom homes and other structures across the nation for 30+ years, and this job is also an opportunity to learn and grow within an experienced and established team of craftspeople.

Both field and shop experience are important, as we work on-site during installations and in the shop during fabrication. Travel out of town or longer commutes is to be expected.

Required Experience:

  • Understanding of layout and building plans
  • Ability to use portable and stationary construction tools
  • Demonstrated skill level and experience in a wood shop setting
  • Availability to travel out of town for short durations
  • Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

Preferred Experience:

  • Familiarity or aptitude with CNC and CAD
  • Carpentry experience with high-craft and high-performance homes
  • Timber Framing experience
  • Construction equipment experience (forklift, aerial work platforms, all terrain forklifts, scissor lifts, etc.)

About us:

This position is full-year, full-time plus with flexible schedule, great benefits including 70% company-paid medical, paid holidays and PTO, a matching 401k plan, dental, and vision. We are a 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) company and when appropriate, we enjoy company-wide profit-sharing.

We actively seek to build an inclusive and diverse workplace where people from all walks of life are welcomed. We are an equal opportunity employer.

New Energy Works operates on the triple bottom line philosophy putting equal emphasis on people, planet, and profit. We’ve been designing and crafting custom homes and fine woodworking across the nation for 40+ years with our 150+ craftspeople, carpenters, designers, dreamers, and community members.

If you think you’re a good fit, please apply today. We look forward to learning more about you.

The base salary range for this position is $18 - $35 an hour.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.