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Remote Truss Designer in Cookeville

Date Posted: 05 August 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Remote Truss Designer

Are you an experienced Truss Designer looking for a long-term opportunity with a collaborative team and the flexibility to work from home? We're looking for a designer who is passionate about quality, enjoys solving complex design challenges, and wants to be part of a growing team.

What You'll Do:

  • Design roof and floor truss systems using MiTek Software Suite
  • Review blueprints, sketches, and engineering documents
  • Create truss layouts and production-ready component documents
  • Modify designs based on customer needs and building plan revisions
  • Ensure designs meet applicable building codes and industry standards
  • Collaborate with sales, engineering, architects, and customers
  • Mentor junior designers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For:

  • 5+ years of truss design experience
  • Strong proficiency with MiTek Software Suite
  • Knowledge of ASCE 7 and TPI building standards
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • CAD/BIM experience is a plus
  • SBCA Truss Technician Level 1 certification is preferred but not required

Why This Opportunity?

  • 100% Remote after initial onboarding
  • One-week onsite training
  • Travel limited to no more than two trips per year after training
  • Join an established design team of 8 professionals, with 6 already working remotely
  • Collaborative culture with opportunities to mentor, learn, and grow
  • Stable company with a strong commitment to quality and innovation

Please Note: Candidates will be asked to submit examples of truss layouts they have completed during the interview process.

If you're an experienced Truss Designer looking for a remote opportunity with a supportive team and excellent work-life balance, I'd love to connect. Apply today or reach out directly at Nicole.Kirschbaum@gogpac.com for more information!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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