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Roof Truss & Posi-Joist Designer

Job details
Posting date: 16 July 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 13 August 2025
Location: Powys, SY21 7DF
Company: Huws Gray
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: ORG4285-SP1354641SevRTPD

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Summary

Roof Truss & Posi-Joist Designer – Huws Gray Welshpool Timber Engineering - From Plans to Projects - Design the Frameworks that Hold it all Together.

Hybrid Working Considered!

Specialising in Off Site Timber Engineering for the Domestic and Commercial Construction sectors we provide bespoke solutions to our clients’ needs Via 3 manufacturing facilities in Welshpool, Bangor & Sudbury. Operating as Part of the Larger Huws Gray Merchant Group We are always looking to expand our Market Share.

We’re looking for a dynamic Roof Truss & Posi-Joist Designer with great attention to detail to join our expanding team. You’ll be integral to our design and estimating function - translating architectural drawings into precision-engineered solutions that are both buildable and commercially viable.


What You’ll be Doing:


Produce accurate roof truss and posi-joist designs using specialist MiTek software.
Interpret and analyse architectural and structural drawings
Collaborate closely with manufacturing teams to optimise designs for production
Prepare clear and professional layout drawings, structural calculations, and supporting documentation
Engage with clients and internal teams to clarify requirements and manage changes efficiently
Maintain high standards of design quality, compliance, and buildability


We’re happy to explore flexible working options. Feel free to chat with us about it during the interview. While we might not be able to meet every request, we’ll always listen with an open mind—and there’s no judgment in asking.


What You’ll Bring:

We’re looking for someone who knows their way around Roof Truss and Posi-Joist design, with practical experience and a good grasp of design software like MiTek or Wolf. If you’ve got an eye for detail, love solving problems, and can juggle multiple projects without breaking a sweat, you’ll fit right in. Great communication and teamwork are key here - we’re all about working together to get things done. So, if you’re someone who’s always looking to improve and take pride in getting things just right, we’d love to hear from you.


What’s in it For You:

We believe great work should be recognised and rewarded. Here’s what you can expect:


24 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays (31 days per year)
Company bonus scheme, based on performance
Contributory pension and life assurance
Discounts on high street retailers, supermarkets, restaurants, gyms and cinemas
Colleague discount across our group brands
Attraction and travel discounts
Training and development programmes to support your growth


We offer on-the-job training and opportunities to work towards recognised qualifications, including apprenticeships.


At Huws Gray, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce makes us stronger, smarter and better at serving our customers.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace, whether you’re based in one of our branches, on the road or in one of our offices.

If you need any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Disability Confident
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