ABC IL Steel Detailer (Drafter) / BIM Modeler

Nucor Corporation; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility

Profit sharing

Job summary

Nucor Buildings Group is seeking a qualified Detailing Trainee for Steeling Detailing / BIM Modeling at our El Paso, IL facility. This entry-level role offers growth into 3D BIM modeling with training in advanced drafting software.

The position emphasizes safety, precise 2D/3D drawings, and collaboration with fabrication teams. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred associate degree or CAD experience, and legal work authorization in the U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or two-year vocational certification in architecture, drafting, construction management or engineering technology OR 3+ years CAD experience.
• Basic math, geometry, and trigonometry skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• 2D/3D modeling to develop electronic models of custom buildings.
• Draft construction anchor bolt drawings.
• Produce permit/approval drawings.
• Generate shop drawings and reports for fabrication and production teams.
• Develop erection drawings and bills of materials for field construction.
• Uphold safety policies and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree / related certification

CAD experience (3+ years)

Tools

CAD software

Tekla Structures

3D modeling software

Job description

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Division:American Buildings Company - IL

Other Available Locations:N/A

Base Rate for this position is $24.70 - $30.01 / hour.

This position is eligible for annual bonuses.

Annual Return on Assests Bonus Percentage (ROA) (5 year average) = 20.7% of eligible earnings

All Nucor teammates qualify for profit sharing.

Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Percentage (5 year average) = 20.4% of eligible earnings

American Buildings Company, A Nucor Company, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Detailing Trainee for Steeling Detailing /BIM Modeling at our facility in El Paso, IL. This position has the potential to grow into greater responsibilities with 3D BIM Modeling. This is an entry level position.

Basic Job Functions:

2D/3D Modeling: Develop electronic models of custom buildings using advanced drafting software.

Draft Construction Anchor Bolt Drawings: Generate precise drawings for construction anchor bolts.

Produce Permit/Approval Drawings: Prepare detailed drawings required for permits and approvals.

Generate Shop Drawings and Reports: Create comprehensive shop drawings and reports for our in-house fabrication and production teams.

Develop Erection Drawings and Bill of Materials: Produce detailed erection drawings and bills of materials for use in field construction.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or Equivalent.
• One of the following:
  • Associate’s degree, two-year vocational school certification in architecture, drafting, construction management or engineering technology
  • OR 3+ years of Computer Aided Drafting experience
• Basic math, geometry, and trigonometry skills
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (Nucor does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating CAD software
• Experience with Tekla Structures or similar 3D modeling software
• Prior Pre-Engineered Metal Building detailing experience

About Us:

Nucor Buildings Group (NBG), a proud Nucor product group, is one of North America’s largest and most experienced manufacturers of metal building systems. With multiple locations throughout the United States, NBG is proud to design world-class building solutions tailored to meet the needs of any market including commercial, industrial, agricultural, and institutional. Our brands include American Buildings, CBC Steel Buildings, Kirby Building Systems, and Nucor Building Systems.

NBG offers work/life balance and a variety of benefits and performance incentives. We take pride in connecting teammates to meaningful work and focus heavily on both personal and professional development. Whether your background is in engineering and design, information technology and software development, marketing, or sales, with Nucor Buildings Group you can go as far as your drive and ambition will take you.

Why Nucor?

When you join Nucor, America’s largest steel manufacturer and recycler, you’ll help create a variety of steel products that become so much more, for so many people. And you won’t do it alone. Our supportive culture builds each other up, values family, relationships, and puts safety above anything else. With the freedom to take your ideas to the next level, there’s no end to what you can achieve. This is your chance to build a lifelong career, give back to your community, make the world a better place – and BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER.

Job Security – Benefits – Bonus Programs

With performance-based compensation, profit sharing, and a no-layoff practice, we take care of our teammates who design, engineer, fabricate, and support the products that define our company.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace