Drafter/Submittal Engineer

USAM DC; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

USAM DC in Northern Virginia is seeking a Drafter/Submittal Engineer to support multiple projects. The role involves drafting and detailing using AutoCAD and Microvellum, producing submittals, and ensuring alignment with design intent.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in construction-related fields and 3+ years’ experience in architectural millwork, with strong CAD skills and knowledge of AWI standards. Minimal travel and a collaborative office environment are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Wood Technology, or related field.
• 3+ years’ drafting/drawing with AutoCAD and Microvellum.
• 3+ years’ experience in the architectural millwork industry.
• Knowledge of AWI Standard.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Record and track the status of tasks provided by the Engineering Manager.
• Communicate and collaborate with engineering and production team members to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Prepare written communications and correspondences regarding engineering and project material.
• Attend weekly standups with Engineering team to receive and discuss weekly assignments.
• Meet the design intent by utilizing existing construction documents; produce necessary detail drawings.
• Complete submittals in a timely manner and per company standards.
• Process releases through Microvellum and CAM software; annotate as built drawings and print releases.
• Collaborate with production & project management to develop production drawings.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Written communication

Verbal communication

Reading drawings

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Wood Technology, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microvellum

Job description

USAM DC, a high-end architectural millwork firm base in Northern VA, is seeking a Drafter/Submittal Engineer. The Drafter/Submittal Engineer will provide support of multiple projects and tasks as directed by the Engineering Manager and team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Record and track the status and completion of tasks provided by the Engineering Manager
• Communicate and collaborate with engineering and production team members to complete tasks in a timely manner
• Prepare written communications and correspondences regarding engineering and project material
• Attend weekly standups with Engineering team to receive and discuss weekly assignments
• Meet the design intent of our contracted scope of work by utilizing existing construction documents
• Produce custom construction details when necessary to meet the design intent of our contracted scope of work
• Complete submittals in a timely manner and according to our company standards
• Maintain an understanding of all the materials and hardware used to manufacture the approved scope of work
• Process releases through Microvellum, saw optimization and CAM software; annotate as built drawings, and print & release reports and drawings for production
• Effectively manages time and prioritizes assigned tasks
• Utilize AutoCAD & Microvellum to draft and detail assigned work
• Collaborate with production & project management to effectively develop production drawings
• Other duties as assigned

OTHER DUTIES

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain comprehensive listing or activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position does not have any direct supervisor responsibilities. However, the position assists and guides other team members with questions and concerns.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Preferred Education and Skills (in addition to the required):

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Wood Technology, or related field
• 3+ years' experience drafting/drawing with AutoCAD and Microvellum
• 3+ years' experience working in the architectural millwork industry
• Knowledge of Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) Standard

Required Education and Skills:

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience drafting with AutoCAD
• Ability to read and understand architectural drawings
• Experience with millwork production methods and fabrication techniques
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including intermediate Excel skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a both an office environment and on or near the shop floor where there may be moving mechanical parts with occasional exposure to the risk of electrical shock, outdoor weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally high

TRAVEL

Minimal travel is required for this position.

USAM DC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Veterans, Females, Minorities, and Disabled applicants are encouraged to apply.