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Tapered Designer

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 May 2026

💰 $92,800/yr($67,500/yr – $92,800/yr)

About the role

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$67,500.00-$92,800.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.

Are you passionate about smart design and solving complex challenges?

Do you enjoy seeing your work directly influence successful, high-performing projects in the built environment?

We’re looking for a Tapered Design Specialist to play a key role in supporting the commercial roofing market through independent, technically sound tapered insulation design solutions. In this role, you will evaluate complex project requirements, apply drainage and constructability principles, and deliver complete tapered system packages that improve roof performance, streamline installation, and reduce downstream risk.

This is a high-impact, highly collaborative role for someone who enjoys technical problem-solving, partnering with customers, and exercising judgment to deliver designs that make a measurable difference on the jobsite.

What You’ll Do

Tapered System Design & Technical Solution Development

Own end-to-end tapered insulation design deliverables for commercial roofing projects, including layouts, technical documentation, and material takeoffs/estimates
Interpret architectural drawings, roof plans, and specifications to develop solutions aligned with drainage intent, project constraints, and applicable requirements
Apply engineering judgment and roofing systems knowledge to optimize designs for performance, material efficiency, constructability, and installation sequencing
Identify design risks, field constraints, and scope gaps; recommend alternatives and clarifications to improve execution outcomes
Maintain consistent design quality by applying established standards, documenting assumptions, and ensuring technical completeness of the final package

Customer Partnership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Serve as a technical advisor for contractors, architects, and internal commercial teams on tapered systems, product selection, and design best practices
Partner closely with sales and service teams from initial design through order placement and delivery, helping ensure smooth execution and customer success
Communicate complex technical information clearly, influencing decisions through recommendations grounded in project realities and performance outcomes

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Drafting, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Technology, or a related field
OR equivalent experience (2+ years) in commercial construction design, building products, estimating, or roofing-related technical services
Demonstrated ability to interpret construction documents and translate requirements into practical technical solutions
Strong mathematical and spatial reasoning skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-facing mindset
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects independently while maintaining accuracy, organization, and deadlines

Preferred Qualifications