Steel Detailer

Key Responsibilities Steel Detailing & Drawing Production

• Create shop drawings for steel canopy and awning components under supervision
• Detail individual steel members including beams, columns, bracing, and connections
• Produce fabrication drawings showing cutting lists, hole locations, and welding details
• Develop installation drawings for field crews showing erection sequences and field connections
• Dimension all drawings accurately for shop fabrication and field installation
• Follow company detailing standards, templates, and drawing conventions

• Work from approved layout drawings and engineering calculations to create detail drawings
• Include material specifications, fastener callouts, and finish requirements
• Create accurate bills of materials for steel components
• Maintain organized project files and drawing revisions
• Use proper layering, line weights, and annotation standards in CAD

• Check own work for dimensional accuracy and completeness before submission
• Incorporate redline comments and corrections from supervisor or checkers
• Learn to identify and avoid common detailing errors
• Ask questions when encountering unclear design requirements or specifications
• Ensure drawings are clear and understandable for fabrication and installation personnel

• Coordinate with Layout department to understand design intent
• Communicate with supervisor regarding project priorities and questions
• Participate in training on company products, connection details, and detailing standards
• Study standard details and completed project examples
• Learn steel fabrication processes and how drawings are used in the shop
• Seek feedback and implement suggestions for improvement

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic to intermediate CAD experience (AutoCAD or similar software)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Understanding of dimensions, scales, and geometric relationships
• Basic knowledge of steel shapes and structural terminology
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn steel fabrication and detailing practices

• Associate's degree or coursework in Drafting, CAD Technology, or related field
• 0-2 years of experience in steel detailing, drafting, or structural design
• Familiarity with structural steel connections and fasteners
• Knowledge of welding symbols and fabrication processes

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location:

In person