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QXO, Inc. (NYSE: QXO) is the largest publicly traded distributor of roofing, waterproofing, and related products, and the second largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials in North America. QXO is the fastest growing company in the $800 billion building products distribution industry and plans to become the tech-enabled leader by delivering best-in-class customer satisfaction and outsized returns for its shareholders. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenues within the next decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth.

The Senior Truss & Engineered Wood Designer position is responsible for independently designing residential roof truss, floor truss components, and engineered wood product (EWP) solutions that meet structural requirements, customer expectations, manufacturing capabilities, and applicable building codes. This role develops complete truss packages from architectural plans, produces production and placement drawings, reviews engineered wood products.

• Independently design residential roof and floor truss components using truss design software
• Review engineered wood products and related structural components
• Produce placement plans and production drawings.
• Optimize designs for structural integrity, manufacturing efficiency, transportation, installation, and cost effectiveness
• Review and revise designs throughout the project lifecycle

• Read and interpret architectural drawings, structural plans, contract documents, and specifications
• Verify designs comply with International Residential Code requirements and company design practices
• Review framing layouts for constructability and identify potential conflicts prior to production.
• Recommend alternative design solutions when appropriate

• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously while meeting customer deadlines
• Coordinate engineering clarifications and design revisions with customers and internal teams
• Coordinate closely with Sales Representatives, Builders, Project Managers, Estimators, Production, Installation teams, Panel Designers, and Field Operations

• Prepare manufacturing documentation
• Support production personnel by resolving design questions
• Assist with troubleshooting production or installation issues related to truss design
• Improve manufacturability while minimizing production waste and field modifications

• Mentor and assist junior designers
• Share technical knowledge and best practices across the design team
• Assist Design Manager with maintaining design standards and quality expectations
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction

• Advanced residential framing knowledge
• Excellent analytical and structural problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to engineering accuracy and quality
• Additional education in Architectural, Construction or Engineering fields are a benefit.
• Minimum 5 years of residential roof and floor truss design experience
• Experience sizing engineered wood products including LVLs, I-Joists, PSL, and Glulam members
• Experience with Alpine preferred
• Experience with MiTek, MBA, Eagle Metal, or similar truss software accepted
• Experience using Forte, BC Calc, Simpson Connector Selector, or similar engineering software preferred
• Proficiency with AutoCAD LT and Microsoft Office
• Multi-family construction experience preferred
• Primarily office-based environment
• Flexibility to support customer deadlines and production schedules

• Health Care Benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off

QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

To comply with Pay Transparency laws, employers must disclose an annual salary range. Actual offers depend on factors such as location, experience, skills, and market data. This position may also offer variable compensation.

Salary Range: USD $60,000.00 - USD $80,000.00 /Yr.