PEMB Drafter

Company Description

Cornerstone Building Brands, headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, is the largest manufacturer of external building products in North America with over $6 billion in annual revenue and an expansive North American footprint that includes almost 20,000 employees, operating in +70 manufacturing facilities, supported by a network of +80 distribution and branch office facilities. We have a broad product offering with a well-regarded brand portfolio including the #1 position in windows, vinyl siding, metal accessories, metal roofing and wall systems, and insulated metal panels.

We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

Job Description

The primary responsibility of Drafter V is to deliver complete and accurate drafting outputs, including drawings, shop details, and bills of materials (BOMs) while ensuring high quality and on-time delivery aligned with customer-specific requirements. This role demands advanced technical knowledge of commercial building systems, pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMBs), detailing tools such as AutoCAD, and a deep understanding of interdepartmental processes and services.

Strong proficiency in advanced trigonometry and geometry is also required.

* Produce neat, accurate, and easy-to-follow fabrication documents that align with design calculations and manufacturing limitations.

* Generate precise permit, approval, and erection drawings that comply with purchase order requirements and guide material installation.

* Maintain tight project schedules, often accommodating last-minute changes or shifting priorities.

* Communicate challenges and project needs to Project Engineers, Design Engineers, and Detailers to ensure timely technical resolution.

* Respond promptly to calls, emails, and inquiries from customers, design teams, or manufacturing, ensuring minimal impact to project timelines.

* Provide expert-level solutions for field issues and generate the necessary documentation to support customer service.

* Continuously enhance productivity, accuracy, and technical expertise.

* Support and enforce drafting standards used by production detailers.

* Represent the company's interests when investigating field modifications.

* Work overtime as needed to meet critical deadlines.

* Understand your role within the broader project system, and step beyond it when necessary.

* Give and receive back-checking comments as a key part of professional development and team collaboration.

* Coach, mentor, and train less experienced drafters.

* Partner closely with builders and manufacturing stakeholders to drive project success.

* Manage multiple complex projects through fabrication and erection phases, while balancing overlapping individual responsibilities.

* Ensure conformance with defined engineering processes and initiate corrective actions as needed to maintain compliance with quality standards.

* Lead initiatives to improve quality, drive innovation, and increase efficiency.

Serve as a subject matter expert in the highest-level and most complex metal building designs.

Qualifications

Drafter III

* Minimum of 2 years of experience in metal building drafting.

* Minimum of 5 years of experience using Tekla, AutoCAD, Revit, Trimble Connect, and other detailing software.

* Highly detail-oriented, with demonstrated experience managing multiple projects through fabrication and erection phases.

* Adaptable team player with strong interpersonal communication skills.

* Ability to document workflows, optimize processes, and follow detailed instructions.

* Able to perform under pressure while complying with established procedures and guidelines.

* Strong mathematical and trigonometric computation skills.

* Proven ability to collaborate across all organizational levels.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general PC/technology tools

EDUCATION / ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

* High School Diploma or GED required.

* Certification in AutoCAD, Tekla, or other relevant design software.

* Associate degree in Drafting or Architecture (preferred).

Drafter IV

* Minimum of 5 years of experience in metal building drafting.

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