Structural Steel Detailer

About The Position

Metal Arts, LLC in Wichita, Kansas, is always seeking experienced detailers! Our detailers maintain a high level of attention to detail and accuracy to ensure our end-product is of the highest quality. We utilize Tekla Structures by Trimble for our detailing software. If you have experience as a structural steel detailer and are interested in an opportunity with Metal Arts, please submit an application using our form.

We want to talk to you!

The ideal Steel Detailer will be someone with at least two years of experience in this field, and preferably four plus. We are looking for a candidate who can begin detailing immediately. Experience with 3D steel detailing programs is required, and specifically experience with one of the primary programs is required (SDS/2, Tekla). Experience with Tekla is strongly preferred as that is Metal Arts Detailing Software.

Metal Arts is hiring for in-person and remote positions.

• Detail multiple projects at a time, ranging from one thousand tons, to quick turn projects with only a few items
• Create 3D models of structural steel from architectural and structural drawings supplied by the customer/contractor
• Create shop and erection drawings from 3D models and/or architectural and structural drawings supplied by the customer/contractor
• Create RFIs for any missing or conflicting information and submit to the general contractor
• Interact with joist and decking suppliers to ensure structural integrity and accuracy
• Work with internal QC to answer any questions or update drawings
• Submit drawings to the customer/contractor for approval
• Update drawings based on internal and customer/contractor drawing approvals
• Interact with structural engineers as necessary to design connections and/or size structural members
• Meet specific deadlines for released shop drawings to ensure steel is fabricated on time

$60,000 to $70,000

Employees enjoy a benefits package that includes health insurance, dental insurance, paid time off (PTO) and a simple IRA plan with retirement matching. We are passionate about retaining our top talent, so when possible, we promote internally.

Founded in 1971 in Wichita and purchased in the early 2000s by the Gray family, Metal Arts is one of the region’s choice steel fabrication companies, specializing in steel products and structural steel. Our facility includes 22,500 square feet of production space, allowing us to handle structural steel projects from less than a single ton to one thousand tons. We serve hundreds of customers in multiple states!

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