Engineering Assistant – AutoCAD Background Required

East Coast Metal Systems, Inc.; West Virginia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

East Coast Metal Systems, Inc. of the Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal family is seeking an Engineering Assistant with an AutoCAD background to support project teams.

You will review shop drawings, develop drawings from measurements, and coordinate with Engineers, Drafters, and Project Managers to ensure timely, accurate construction documents and field-ready solutions. This role emphasizes organization, communication, and a proactive approach in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2-year AutoCAD degree or equivalent AutoCAD experience.
• Ability to read design drawings.
• Strong desire to grow in construction and manufacturing.
• Desire to develop AutoCAD skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review shop drawings and submittal packages for accuracy.
• Assist Project Manager with drawing development based on measurements.
• Coordinate with Engineers, Drafters, Project Managers, and other Project Engineers.
• Support Project Manager in execution of contractor bid process.
• Track panel orders and scheduling deliveries in accordance with construction schedule.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

Two-year AutoCAD degree or equivalent AutoCAD experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Engineering Assistant- AutoCAD Background Required

East Coast Metal Systems, Inc. (a division of Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal) is one of the nation’s leading composite panel manufacturers. As a leading Eastern region contractor and manufacturer, ECMS specializes in all forms of architectural metals for small, medium, and large commercial facilities to serve a wide range of customer needs. Top projects include major healthcare, higher education, and sports facilities as well as automotive, chemical, and pharmaceutical facilities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Review shop drawings and submittal packages for accuracy
• Assist Project Manager with drawing development based on measurements
• Communication with Engineers, Drafters, Project Managers, and other Project Engineers
• Support Project Manager in execution of contractor bid process
• Manages project costs for materials and labor
• Assist in weekly tasks and job meetings during capital projects
• Assist in the timely preparation and execution of product to construction site
• Track panel orders and scheduling deliveries in accordance with construction schedule
• Support the Project Manager with project closeout (i.e. punch lists, final invoicing, etc.)
• Work with the Project Manager in the review of proposed change orders and their validity
• Assist in the review of architecture plans for completeness and compliance with standards
• Attend meetings, conferences, and/or seminars as directed
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as required or as assigned

Qualifications:

• 2-year AutoCAD degree or equivalent AutoCAD experience
• Ability to read design drawings
• Eagerness to grow and learn about the construction and manufacturing industry
• Eagerness to develop AutoCAD skills
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills; both internal and external
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability (Short- and Long-Term Disability)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.