Structural Steel Detailer-Medellin

JITECH; Medellín; On-site; COP 42,000,000 - 62,000,000; Full time

Job summary

JITECH is seeking a Structural Steel Detailer in Medellín to execute 3D modeling, fabrication and erection drawings using SDS2 and Tekla. You will review contract documents, incorporate revisions, and prepare detailing deliverables for fabricators and erectors.

You will collaborate with modelers, checkers, engineers, and project management to ensure accuracy, coordinate revisions, and support material take-offs as workloads vary, while upholding JITECH standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Civil Eng Tech / Structural Eng Tech / Drafting / Construction.
• Minimum 3 years in structural steel detailing or related role.
• Experience developing structural models and fabrication drawings with SDS2 or Tekla.
• Experience preparing shop/erection drawings, material take-offs, and fabrication deliverables.
• Ability to read structural and architectural drawings and contract docs.
• Knowledge of structural detailing practices and AISC Manual.
• Familiarity with ANSI/AISC 360-22, AWS D1.1:2020, AWS welding, and IBC requirements.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Teams, and Planner; Bluebeam for reviews.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Generate and edit fabrication shop drawings for steel fabricators.
• Review drawings and documents to understand scope and detailing requirements.
• Maintain consistency between documents and detailing deliverables.
• Create and update erection drawings to support field assembly.
• Support erection drawing development based on schedules.
• Prepare material take-offs and related project data.
• Coordinate detailing with modelers, checkers, and project team.
• Interpret & incorporate approvals, changes, and RFIs into drawings.
• Update drawings reflecting project changes and feedback.
• Identify discrepancies and raise questions for review.
• Incorporate checking comments and improve detailing quality.
• Prepare project lists, documents, and outputs (bolt info, CNC, KSS, Tekla PowerFab).
• Self-review drawings for completeness and accuracy before checking.
• Maintain organized project information and follow JITECH standards.

Skills

English communication

Attention to detail

Organization & time management

Team collaboration

Reading drawings & specs

Education

Associate degree or higher in Civil Eng Tech / Structural Eng Tech / Drafting / Construction

Tools

SDS2

Tekla

Tekla PowerFab

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Planner

Job description

Position Overview

The Structural Steel Detailer supports the technical execution of structural steel detailing projects by developing accurate 3D models, fabrication drawings, erection drawings, and project-related material information using SDS2. This role reviews contract documents, incorporates project requirements and revisions, and prepares detailing deliverables that support steel fabrication and erection activities.

Working within the Project Execution team, the Structural Steel Detailer collaborates with modelers, checkers, project engineers, and project management personnel to maintain accurate project information and identify detailing issues requiring coordination or clarification. This position also supports erection drawing development and material take-off activities as workload requires, providing flexibility across project execution workflows while continuing to develop technical detailing capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Structural Steel Modeling and Detailing

• Generate and edit fabrication shop drawings for use by steel fabricators in manufacturing individual structural steel components.
• Review structural and architectural drawings, specifications, and other contract documents to understand project scope and detailing requirements.
• Maintain consistency between contract documents and associated detailing deliverables.

Erection Drawings and Material Support

• Create and update erection drawings used to support field assembly and erection of structural steel.
• Support erection drawing development and editing activities based on project schedules and workload requirements.
• Prepare material take-offs and related project information to support fabrication, procurement, and erection activities as assigned.
• Coordinate detailing information with modelers, checkers, and other Project Execution team members to maintain consistency across project deliverables.

Revisions and Drawing Coordination

• Interpret and incorporate approval comments, contract changes, RFI responses, and other authorized revisions into
• Update affected shop and erection drawings to reflect approved project changes.
• Coordinate revisions across related model elements and drawings to maintain consistency and accuracy."
• Identify and elevate discrepancies, constructability concerns, and detailing questions to the appropriate project team members for review and resolution.
• Incorporate checking comments and technical feedback into drawings in accordance with project requirements.

Fabrication and Project Deliverables

• Prepare required project lists, documents, and electronic files to support fabrication and erection activities.
• Generate shop and field bolt information, mill order information, CNC files, KSS files, Tekla PowerFab files, and other required project outputs as applicable.
• Perform a self-review of assigned drawings, and project outputs for completeness, consistency, and accuracy before submitting work for formal checking.
• Address checking comments and required corrections accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized project information and follow established JITECH detailing standards, workflows, and quality requirements.
• Take ownership of assigned work and support continuous improvement of detailing quality, accuracy, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Civil Engineering Technology, Structural Engineering Technology, Drafting, Construction, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in structural steel detailing, steel fabrication drafting, or a related structural steel role.
• Experience developing structural steel models and fabrication drawings using SDS2 or Tekla.
• Experience preparing or supporting shop drawings, erection drawings, material take-offs, and fabrication-related project deliverables.
• Ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Working knowledge of structural steel detailing practices, steel member dimensions and properties, and relevant provisions of the AISC Steel Construction Manual.
• Familiarity with ANSI/AISC 360-22, AWS D1.1:2020, AWS welding practices, and
• International Building Code requirements as they relate to structural steel detailing is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Planner.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam for construction drawing and document review.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to drawing accuracy.
• Developing technical proficiency in structural steel detailing and SDS2.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and project requirements.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage assigned priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Effective communication and collaboration within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Receptiveness to checking comments, coaching, and technical feedback.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership for assigned work.
• Flexibility to support detailing, erection drawing, and material take-off activities.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.