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Timberlab

Lead Timber Engineer

Portland, OR

$108K - $143K/yr

... wood stick-built frames, cold formed metal frames, and mass timber frames. * Assist with ... Assure that potential risk factors have been evaluated and reviewed with senior management. * Act ...

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Timberlab

Lead Timber Engineer

Portland, OR · On-site

$108K - $143K/yr

... wood stick-built frames, cold formed metal frames, and mass timber frames. * Assist with ... Assure that potential risk factors have been evaluated and reviewed with senior management. * Act ...

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Timberlyne

BIM Lead

Wayne, NE · On-site

$50.75 - $69.50/hr

... pre-designs, customer sketches, architectural drawings, and construction documents) to perform ... Understanding the scope and limitations of timber frame engineering and manufacturing capabilities ...

Timberlyne

BIM Lead

Wayne, NE

$50.75 - $69.50/hr

... pre-designs, customer sketches, architectural drawings, and construction documents) to perform ... Understanding the scope and limitations of timber frame engineering and manufacturing capabilities ...

Timberlyne

BIM Lead

Wayne, NE · On-site

$50.75 - $69.50/hr

... pre-designs, customer sketches, architectural drawings, and construction documents) to perform ... Understanding the scope and limitations of timber frame engineering and manufacturing capabilities ...

Cushing Terrell

Mass Timber Structural Engineer

Bend, OR · Hybrid

$83K - $115K/yr

Mass Timber Structural EngineerPosition Description The Mass Timber Structural Engineer is a senior ... Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help ...

Cushing Terrell

Mass Timber Structural Engineer

Bend, OR · On-site

$83K - $115K/yr

... senior project-level role based in our Bend or Portland office, with a hybrid schedule that ... Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help ...

Cushing Terrell

Mass Timber Structural Engineer

Bend, OR · Hybrid

$83K - $115K/yr

Mass Timber Structural EngineerPosition Description The Mass Timber Structural Engineer is a senior ... Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help ...

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How much do senior timber frame designer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior timber frame designer in the United States is $105,882.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Timber Frame Designer vs Timber Frame Drafter?

AspectSenior Timber Frame DesignerTimber Frame Drafter
CredentialsArchitectural or engineering degree, certifications in timber designDrafting or CAD certification, technical training
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, architectural firms, custom timber companiesDrafting departments, architectural or engineering firms
ResponsibilitiesConceptual design, structural planning, client collaborationCreating detailed drawings, technical documentation

The Senior Timber Frame Designer focuses on conceptual and structural design, working closely with clients and architects. In contrast, the Timber Frame Drafter primarily prepares detailed technical drawings based on designs. Both roles require technical skills, but the designer has a broader scope involving creative and structural input, while the drafter emphasizes precision in documentation.

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Infographic showing various Senior Timber Frame Designer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,882 per year, or $50.9 per hour.

Timber Frame Project Engineer/Manager

New Energy Works of Rochester Inc

Farmington, NY • On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Overview


The Timber Frame Project Engineer/Manager maintains full ownership of the design, engineering, and execution of projects from project handoff to completion. This position works directly with the Timber Frame Division Manager, shop craftspeople, and various departments throughout the organization.


The role requires knowledge of how to bring a project from the design stage through completion while coordinating with multiple internal and external team members. The Project Engineer/Manager will be responsible for the creation of 3D fabrication models, 2D drawing packages, obtaining fabrication approvals, and ordering project materials. As the primary point of contact, this role also facilitates meetings with clients, architects, and general contractors.

Core Competencies

Contract & Estimate Management:

  • Understand the scope of work that has been sold.
  • Generate and maintain project milestones.
  • Maintain full ownership of the project budget relative to estimated (sold) costs.


Project Documentation:

  • Obtain pricing and place purchase orders to vendors.
  • Generate client invoices according to project milestones or as appropriate.
  • Track project changes and issue change orders to clients when appropriate.
  • Maintain project documentation for the above items in our ERP system (Acumatica).


Finish Samples Coordination (all prefinished wood products on a project):

  • Coordinate sample creation from the shop to satisfy client desire while understanding what was included in the estimating/contract.
  • Photo document samples into the job folder and populate Timber Finish spreadsheet.
  • Obtain client approvals.


3D Modeling, Design, & Technical Execution:

  • Create 3D project models and drawings for review with clients, architects, general contractors, and shop Project Champions.
  • Collaborate with subcontracted professional engineers to meet structural and aesthetic requirements.
  • Review fabrication drawings with clients and manage revisions until we have an approval to fabricate.
  • Perform occasional site visits for field measurements and 3D laser scanning; update models and drawings to match existing field conditions.


Material Procurement:

  • Secure approvals to order project specific materials, obtain quotes and place purchase orders. Maintain full oversight of order status and delivery timelines. Examples include:
    • Timber
    • T&G
    • Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)
    • Custom and off the shelf steel products
  • Inspect custom steel parts upon delivery to ensure fabrication is accurate and acceptable.


Field & Shop Coordination:

  • Technical communication with timber frame shop on joinery expectations and installation requirements throughout the course of the project.
  • Coordinate field and logistics requirements with timber frame shop lead/Project Champion.
  • Maintain communication with project team to provide scheduling updates.
  • Raising/Safety equipment and shipping logistics to the site.


Software & Skills:

  • Strong communication skills including in person meetings, video meetings, phone calls, and emails.
  • High precision in detailing joinery to ensure seamless fabrication and assembly during raising.
  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Knowledge of construction and interpreting architectural design drawings.
  • hsbCAD/AutoCAD Architecture
  • Outlook
  • Excel
  • K2 CAM Software
  • Acumatica ERP Software


Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.



For Pay Transparency: Compensation Description (annually or hourly): 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.

About Us

This position is full-year, full-time role with 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 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 30+ years with our 140+ craftspeople, carpenters, designers, dreamers, and community members.


This role is in office and generally a Monday - Friday role.