Honsador Lumber is hiring: EWP Design/Estimating Technician in Portland
Honsador Lumber, Portland, OR, US
Job Description
The EWP Design and Estimating Technician is responsible for reading architectural blueprints to create engineered wood product schematic layouts and structural load calculations accurately & efficiently. Design and develop engineered wood products (EWP) solutions based on customer specifications, industry standards, and building codes. This position will collaborate with architects, engineers, and the sales team to create customized solutions that meet their specific project requirements. The selected candidate will create working drawings of I-Joist Floor systems, primarily for residential homes, answer technical questions for customers concerning beam specifications and load development.
Qualifications:
- Proven 2 years of working as an EWP Designer or a similar role in the construction industry.
- 2 years design experience using Trus Joist software (Javelin & Stellar and or Boise – BC Framer is required)
- In-depth knowledge of engineered wood products, including trusses, beams, joists, and related systems.
- Working knowledge of residential, multifamily & commercial projects
- Ability to clearly read and understand blueprints, shop drawings & details
- Ability to assess specifications and offer Value Engineered options and present to sales or Project Engineer.
- Strong technical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret architectural and structural plans accurately.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to producing accurate and high-quality designs.
- Knowledge of basic load calculations both manually and systematically.
- Knowledge base of local and national building codes including fire assemblies, STC rating and product manufacturer details
- Minimum Basic working knowledge of PDF, Excel and Word.
- Building Materials Estimating and or Roof Truss design experience in Mitek, Simpson, Alpine, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, AutoCad or other estimating / design based software desired.
**This is an in-person position. Remote work not available.