Design Technician I
Builders Firstsource
Create design drawings and ensure code‑compliant, quality structures for customers.
2 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Harrisburg, NC
Office Full-Time
Company Size
29,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Building Materials
Construction Services
Design
Engineering
Project Management
Supply Chain Management
Logistics
Manufacturing
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Infrastructure
Energy
Heavy Civil
Marine
Transport
Role
What you would be doing
load analysis
design development
code compliance
quality control
technical specs
client coordination
- Assures stability, deflection and load carries in a manner that will meet or surpass codes associated with each project.
- Develop and complete design details from original concept drawings and prepare layouts.
- Review design(s) for most efficient and profitable use of inventory, equipment, and labor as time permits.
- Draws rough sketches or arranges for finished drawings or photographs to illustrate specified materials or assembly sequence.
- Writes technical descriptions specifying material qualities and properties.
- Confers with client, technical staff, and other Design Services personnel, and prepares design modifications as required.
- Follow quality control procedures for completeness, accuracy, and code compliance for the implementation of design standards.
- Collaborate with outside sales personnel and customers to accurately complete, safe and quality structures.
What you bring
primecad
autocad
ms excel
statistical
presentation
customer service
- Subject to both typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
- Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Preferably experience with PrimeCad, MS Word, MS Excel, and AutoCAD
- The employee is regularly required to use close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) and color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and sit, and occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is subject to quiet conditions, such as those in a library or private office.
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Company
Overview
1998 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1998, marking the beginning of its journey from a regional lumber supplier to a national leader in building materials.
2005 Public
Year of Going Public
The company went public in 2005, a significant milestone in its growth journey, especially after surviving the Great Recession.
~590 Locations
Nationwide Presence
The company operates approximately 590 locations across over 40 states, combining local insights with national reach.
$16 Billion Revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates around $16 billion in annual revenue, driven by both materials and value-added products.
- Survived the Great Recession, then expanded rapidly through acquisitions like ProBuild (2015) and merger with BMC (2021).
- Projects range from single-family homes to light commercial builds, including off-site prefabricated trusses, panels, and millwork.
- Invests in digital tools (e.g., MyBLDR.com via acquisition of Paradigm) and factory-built components to streamline homebuilding.
- Maintains its own fleet of trucks and in-house installation services, offering one-stop solutions that most competitors lack.
- Stands out for integrating over 60 acquisitions while keeping local teams, and executing major share buybacks alongside growth.
- Dedicated to meeting customer needs and providing high-quality products and services.
- Operates with honesty, fairness, and transparency in all actions.
- Committed to excellence and continuous improvement in all business areas.
- Holds all members to high standards of performance and ethical conduct.
- Collaborates to leverage strengths and achieve common goals.
2050 Net Zero
Carbon Neutrality Target
Aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by a specific year, showing long-term commitment to climate action.
- Commitment to reducing carbon footprint across operations and supply chain.
- Focus on energy efficiency in manufacturing and distribution processes.
- Sustainable product sourcing and eco-friendly materials usage.
- Investing in renewable energy initiatives for company facilities.
- Goal to increase gender diversity within leadership roles.
- Focused on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees feel respected and valued.
- Developing programs aimed at increasing women in construction-related roles.
- Tracking and reporting on gender and diversity metrics within the workforce.
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