Component Designer Job at Big C Lumber in Dowagiac

Considering a career with Big C Lumber? Are you looking for a company that cares about you and your family, the community, and the environment - and likes to have some fun too? Discover more about the Big C Lumber culture here.

Big C Lumber is a local, family-owned company looking for people who want to be a part of our family. We are a stable 103-year-old company!

Why choose Big C Lumber? Discover the many perks and benefits you and your family will enjoy when you join our team:

• 401k with 100% match options
• Health care and dental plan
• Company paid life and disability insurance plans
• Paid holidays
• Competitive pay
• Promote from within policy
• Evenings and most weekends off (some locations have limited Saturday hours)
• A generous employee discount on our products
• Company cell phone provided for most positions
• Fitbit health initiative
• Big C Lumber branded online apparel store - free apparel upon hire
• Employee referral program
• Very liberal paid time off policy - including flexible holiday hours often resulting in long weekends over some holiday seasons
• Fun family events such as camping trips and baseball games
• Career Development Program
• New position training program - no experience necessary
• 'Above C Level' recognition program
• A culture of embracing new technology to further our ability to communicate and service our customers
• A culture of giving back as we support local charities and programs in the communities we serve

Components Designer

Big C Lumber in Dowagiac, MI is currently seeking a Components Designer. This is a full-time, day shift position with benefits.

Component Designer Essential Responsibilities:

• Primary role for this position is structural design using CAD based software
• Provide technical assistance for any products Big C offers
• Build and maintain relations with builders, salespersons, vendors, designers, and management
• Observe the Mission Statement, Value Statement, Service Promise and Safety Program
• Promote safety in all areas of influence
• Promote a positive image of the Big C Lumber Drafting & Structural Design Department
• Use design tools and software applications to produce structural framing layouts for floor, roof, and wall systems
• Provide design calculations for single structural members (EWP, Dimensional Lumber, Steel, Timber Beams, Columns, etc.)
• Provide design or overview on required Engineered Wood Product Repairs
• Troubleshoot jobsite issues
• Maintain knowledge of, and contact with, regional code requirements and code officials
• Conduct promotional and educational meetings with sales personnel
• Maintain the department's intranet website
• Consult with Big C's in house design service
• Consult with builders and salespersons on structural and code related issues
• Manage and track department's provided services using Microsoft tools
• Communicate clearly, accurately, and effectively with employees, management, customers, and suppliers
• Perform any special assignment/projects as required by the Operations Manager
• Asset preservation
• Adherence to all safety and fire regulations and anti-theft procedures

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Communication skills to explain highly technical information to non-technical audiences
• Experience in basic design or construction framing practices
• Strong aptitude for working in a high-pressure customer focused culture
• Well-developed problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent planning and organization skills
• High level of initiative and motivation
• Commitment to continuous education and improvement
• Knowledge of roof truss design and application
• General knowledge of International Residential Code (IRC)
• Ability to use conversion tables and measurement scale
• Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy
• Detail oriented
• Ability to research information and products through the internet and other resources
• Ability to adapt to in-house software
• Ability to work in a team