Harpreet Singh
Caledonia,ON
Summary
Designer with 10+ years of experience. Highly organized, self-motivated, and proficient with computers. Seeking to use project management and design skills in career development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Designer
TRS Components
01.2016 - Current
- Expertise in designing roof trusses, wall panels, EWP floors and floor panels for production - considering efficient use of material - and on time
- 10+ years' experience with MiTek Structure, and/or equivalent truss design software; Javelin, iStruct, etc.
- Expertise in application and design of building components and connections of roof and roof truss systems, tall walls and other engineered wood products
- Expert blueprint reading skills (architecture, structural and mechanical)
- Knowledge of standard construction practices, national /OBC building code, structural engineering, and carpentry
- Ability to quickly learn and adopt local building practices/styles/procedures
- Experience in production of shop ready cutting, layouts and engineering.
- Experience with product costing; and MiTek – Management Software.
- Strong Microsoft Office computer skills
- Understanding of manufacturing and logistics operations
Senior Designer
Tim-br-fab Industries
07.2012 - 12.2016
- Read and interpret architectural and structural drawings
- Manage time to keep schedules, prioritize and balance work load for multiple projects to meet deadlines
- Generate layouts, quote and design floor and roof systems using wood trusses, I-joists and wood beams of residential, commercial and farm application including required connectors and fasteners in accordance with local construction practices and building codes using truss and I-joist design software
- Meet or exceed Building Code requirements
- Consult and communicate with clients, building officials, engineers, architects and contractors
- Creative problem solving and innovative design techniques to optimize lumber and plate usage, minimize saw and jig set ups, prevent shipping difficulties and minimize on site framing and structural bracing
- Ensure complete design includes all information related to costing, fabrication and installation
- Prepare shop drawings and maintain consistent flow of work to plant
- Provide prompt assistance to customers regarding installation or repairs
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON06.2023
Advanced Diploma - Architectural Technology
Humber College
Toronto, ON06.2012
Skills
- Proficient in MiTek software's and other design programs
- Strong decision-making and time management skills
- Architectural and structural knowledge
- Knowledge of OBC
Certification
Business Management
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Senior Designer
TRS Components
01.2016 - Current
Senior Designer
Tim-br-fab Industries
07.2012 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
McMaster University
Advanced Diploma - Architectural Technology
Humber College
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