Structural Design Engineer

Job Description

Who We Are

We specialize in manufacturing highquality structural glued laminated timber (glulam) that delivers both strength and beauty. We’re proud to be a singlesource supplier capable of meeting our clients’ exact requirements, no matter the size or complexity of their project. Our service is built on technical expertise, precision, and a commitment to materials that look as good as they perform.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a driven Design Engineer who will shape the future of engineered wood products. In this role, you’ll be responsible for designing wood structures and components that are structurally sound , aesthetically pleasing , and cost-effective. You will work in collaboration with production, quality control, sales, and architectural clients to turn design requirements into buildable, beautiful, reliable wood products.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop designs, drawings, and specifications for engineered wood products (glulam beams, arches, trusses, joinery, etc.) that meet structural, aesthetic, and safety requirements.
• Perform structural analysis (loads, stresses, deflections, connections, etc.) to ensure designs meet applicable building codes, standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, sales teams, and production to ensure that design intent is achieved in the finished product.
• Select appropriate species of timber, laminations, adhesives, finishes, connection hardware, etc., to balance performance, durability, visual appeal, and cost.
• Use CAD / BIM tools and engineering software to generate detailed drawings, 3D models, and fabrication documentation.
• Oversee prototype / model evaluation, material testing, and validation of design solutions; work with quality assurance to monitor tolerances, defects, and ensure compliance.
• Optimize designs for manufacturability, structural efficiency, and cost effectiveness-identifying opportunities to standardize, simplify, or improve.
• Keep up to date on wood engineering codes, new materials, adhesives, finishes, and construction practices.
• Support sales and client consultation, providing technical guidance, proposals, and engineering reports, helping clients choose the right engineered wood solution.
• Participate in continuous improvement of processes, tooling, production methods, and product quality.

Qualifications

What We Offer

Why Join Us

You’ll be part of a company where wood is more than just building material -it’s an expression of craftsmanship, engineering excellence, and visual impact. We’re committed to supplying more than just glulam; we deliver engineered solutions that bring architectural visions to life, with integrity, reliability, and elegance. If you take pride in both strength and aesthetics, we want to talk to you.

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.