Steel Detailer

KL&A provides a unique work environment for detailers who work side‑by‑side with engineers and construction managers throughout the design process to provide an economical, integrated project to our clients and owners.

We are looking for individuals interested in a variety of project types, challenging work, and a new approach to delivering projects.

• Engineers with an interest in the steel industry and learning steel detailing
• BIM modeling experts experienced in a variety of BIM packages, including SDS/2, Revit Structure, and Tekla.

• An associate or bachelor’s degree, or equivalent industry experience
• Able to work in the US now and in the future without sponsorship
• Proficient at math and geometry
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Attentive to detail and quality
• Willingness to work on structural steel and architectural miscellaneous metals
• Willing to work in a team and collaborative environment sharing workload
• Overtime to meet certain deadlines should be expected

• 1-4 years experience of detailing or work in the steel industry is preferred
• Basic engineering knowledge is an advantage for the candidate
• Knowledge of Revit
• SDS2 experience is an advantage to the candidate

• Read and interpret structural and architectural contract documents
• Produce 2D shop drawings, erection plans and field details
• Modeling in SDS2 3D software
• Implement AISC and OSHA requirements for fabrication and erection
• Understand and utilize the standard practices of the steel industry
• Work with multiple fabricators and their standards
• Write and interpret RFIs
• Work with in-house engineers and construction managers
• Flush out changes and revisions to report cost impact to project managers
• Manage schedules and meet deadlines

Personal attributes of many kinds may be acceptable, but an understanding of and dedication to client‑centered service and technical excellence is a requirement.

Hourly Rate: $30 – $40/hour

Benefits: Medical: 80% of Family policy is paid by KL&A, Dental and Vision is 100% paid by KL&A, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401K matching, and vacation and sick leave.

Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs not on race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. At no time will we knowingly permit discrimination toward an employee for any unlawful reason. All such discrimination is unlawful, and all persons involved in the operations of KL&A are prohibited from engaging in this type of conduct.