Construction ACM Designer

Architectural Fabrication, Inc.; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Architectural Fabrication, Inc. seeks a design drafter to create detailed drawings and manage design responsibilities across project timelines for the AMCO Customer Experience team.

You will collaborate with clients to meet design requirements, gather measurements, and provide recommendations while using CAD and traditional drawing methods to produce plans for approval.

Qualifications

• Experience in the construction industry.
• Expertise with blueprints and construction drawings.
• Strong math skills and time management.
• Attention to detail and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to discuss design requirements for new constructions, alterations, or repairs.
• Gather measurements, dimensions, and routine calculations for design layouts.
• Provide design recommendations based on budget, site, and trends.
• Use CAD software and manual drawing to produce plans for management and client approval.
• Rework and modify designs based on comments from management and clients.
• Ensure all vital information and documentation is recorded and maintained.
• Ensure layouts and blueprints are clearly communicated with partners (PM, Fabrication Manager, etc.).

Skills

Drafting

CAD

Time management

Detail oriented

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BSc in engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $65,000.00 Annually

About Us

Armetco Systems is part of the Architectural Fabrication (Arch-Fab) brand portfolio, a leading manufacturer of architectural solutions. Armetco specializes in fabricated ACM, Aluminum Plate, and Single Skin cladding. Our purpose is to create a place where people can thrive—starting with our own team members. Our culture is built on clarity, discipline, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to create design models and documents for clients, fabrication, and construction. You will be responsible for creating detailed drawings and managing design responsibilities throughout the project timeline to ensure accuracy and timeliness for the AMCO Customer Experience team.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to discuss the design requirements for new constructions, alterations, or repairs.
• Gathering the necessary measurements, dimensions, and other routine calculations for design layouts.
• Providing clients with suitable design recommendations based on factors such as budget, the building site, and recent trends.
• Using CAD software and manual drawing techniques to produce plans for management and client approval.
• Reworking and modifying designs based on comments and reviews from management and clients.
• Ensuring all vital information and documentation is recorded and maintained.
• Ensuring that all layouts and blueprints are readily communicated with business partners (PM, Fabrication Manager, etc.)

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in the construction industry.
• Expertise with blueprints, construction drawings, and various drafting software (CAD).
• Strong time management and understanding of mathematics.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse personalities.
• Growth mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt to changing environments.
• BSc/BA in engineering, building science, design, or relevant field a plus.
• Resides within commuting distance to Fort Worth, Texas.

Who You Are

You are a leader who naturally embodies our core values. We are looking for someone who is:

• Reliable & Accountable: You have a high degree of integrity and your team can depend on you to do what you say you will do.
• A Proactive Learner: You have a growth mindset and are constantly seeking ways to improve yourself, your team, and the business.
• Resilient & Poised: You handle pressure with a calm, even-keeled demeanor and are a persistent problem-solver.
• A True Team Player: You are highly collaborative and understand that the best results come from working together.
• Driven to Excel: You are motivated to go the extra mile and are committed to delivering high-quality results.