Adam Tools

Hiring-Experienced EWP Designer

Join Adam Tools & Building Materials — Mississauga, ON

Adam Tools is expanding, and we’re looking for an Experienced EWP Designer to join our growing team. If you excel at structural problem-solving, enjoy working closely with builders and framers, and want to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, we’d love to speak with you.

This position may be offered as full-time or part-time, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and preference.

If you qualify for this position, please contact

Adam Amer

Tel: (905) 678-9449

Cell: (647) 884-1316

Please read the full job description to determine if this position matches your experience.

What You’ll Do

• Their responsibilities include reading blueprints, developing EWP layouts and calculations, layout packages, and design files.
• Develop complete and accurate EWP takeoffs, layout packages, and design files.
• Design EWP floor systems, LVL beams, and supporting components for residential and light-commercial projects.
• Determine appropriate hardware, hangers, and connection details for each design.
• Partner with sales and production teams to provide technical guidance, resolve issues, and support quoting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers — including phone support, site visits, and conversations with framers, builders, architects, and inspectors.
• Visit job sites as needed to review conditions, verify measurements, or troubleshoot installation challenges.
• Optimize designs to balance structural performance, constructability, and material cost.
• collaborating with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure designs are structurally sound and comply with building codes and safety standards.

What You Bring

Technical Knowledge

• Hands-on experience designing EWP floor systems (required).
• Proficiency with EWP/structural design software — MiTek experience is a strong asset.
• Solid understanding of building codes, loading requirements, and structural design principles.
• Ability to read architectural and structural drawings and accurately visualize 3D framing layouts.
• Familiarity with conventional framing, engineered wood components, and roof/floor systems.

Skills & Strengths

• Strong knowledge of wood products, building codes, and specialized design software, such as MiTek.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proactive communicator who can work effectively with customers, coworkers, and management.
• Comfortable working independently, while also contributing positively to a team environment.
• Competent computer skills and the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Clear and professional communication in English—written and verbal.

Who You Are

• Self-driven and able to take ownership of your work.
• Positive, enthusiastic, and genuinely committed to delivering great service.
• Detail-oriented, solution-focused, and able to stay calm under pressure.
• Professional in conduct and able to represent the company well on-site and in meetings.

Why Join Adam Tools?

• Growing company with long-term opportunities.
• Work directly with builders, framers, and industry professionals.
• Be part of a team that values reliability, craftsmanship, and strong customer relationships.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.

Growing company with long-term opportunities. Work with builders and industry pros. Join a team that values reliability and craftsmanship. Competitive pay.