Architectural Metals Drafter

Industrial Louvers Inc; Delano (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Life, Vision Insurance

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Industrial Louvers Inc in Delano, Minnesota is seeking a detail-oriented Architectural Metals Drafter to support Custom Architectural Metals projects. You will prepare accurate submittal drawings and work closely with estimators, project managers, and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate has a diploma in Architectural Design and proficiency in AutoCAD. Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in drafting or as an intern in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Inventor or Solidworks is a plus.
• Knowledge of general fabrication methods, preferably metal fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed submittal drawings for architectural metal products.
• Coordinate with Engineering to ensure compliance with building codes.
• Revise drawings based on customer feedback.

Skills

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Attention to detail

Ability to read construction documents

Strong mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Diploma or Certificate from a Technical College / Trade school

Degree in Architectural Design

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Outlook

Excel

Word

Bluebeam

Adobe PDF

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented Architectural Metals Drafter to join our team and support our Custom Architectural Metals projects through the preparation of accurate and professional submittal drawings. In this role, you will work closely with estimators, project managers, engineers and fabrications teams to produce detailed submittal drawings that align with the architectural drawings, specifications, and customer requirements. The ideal candidate has experience in architectural drafting and an understanding of customer documentation, preferably in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed submittal drawings, including plans, elevations, sections, and details for architectural metal products (louvers, equipment screens, sunshades, canopies, etc.).
• Interpret architectural and structural drawings and translate them into shop and fabrication drawings.
• Coordinate with Engineering teams to ensure drawings / product comply with building codes and structural requirements.
• Work with Project Management to coordinate submittals and ensure timely delivery for approval.
• Revise drawings based on customer feedback or architect redlines and manage revision history accurately.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Fabrication teams to ensure designs are practical, feasible, and can be produced efficiently.
• Maintain organized project files
• Assist in developing BOMs and identifying potential fabrication issues early in the design process.
• Participate in project kick-off meetings and coordinate with other departments as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Diploma or Certificate from a Technical College / Trade school or Degree in Architectural Design
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; Experience with Inventor or Solidworks is a plus
• Proficiency with MS Outlook, Excel, Word, Bluebeam or Adobe PDF.
• Ability to read construction documents such as architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings and specs
• 2 yrs min experience on the job or as an intern, preferably in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge general fabrication methods, preferably metal fabrication.
• Attention to detail

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Life, Vision & Short/Long Term Disablity Insurance
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Holiday

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8 AM – 4:30 PM