Structural Steel Detailer

McFarlanes'; Sauk City (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits package

401(k)

Paid time off

Dental & Vision

Job summary

McFarlane in Sauk City, WI is seeking a full-time drafting technician to generate precise shop drawings for steel fabrication. You will produce accurate 2D/3D drawings adhering to AISC, AWS and project specifications, and coordinate with the project team on detailing and changes.

The role requires experience with AutoCAD, Tekla PowerFab, and MS Word/Excel, plus strong communication and organization to support schedules and production.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree in a related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in manufacturing using 2-D AutoCAD and/or 3-D CAD.
• Experience with Tekla PowerFab.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Produce shop structural and miscellaneous drawings, anchor setting plans and details, erection drawings and details per AISC, AWS, ASTM, building codes, contract drawings and specifications.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, designers, project managers, estimators, coordinators, and production personnel.
• Prepare and review structural steel drawings; provide feedback on vendor drawings.
• Create material cut lists, hole programs, field bolt summaries, production programs and related specs.
• Incorporate changes affecting details, materials, and project schedules.
• Coordinate to resolve shop fabrication issues and field questions; respond to construction document queries.
• Monitor job progress, maintain files and logs.
• Ensure detailing schedules are met and report overruns.
• Build and maintain professional contacts.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned; regular attendance is essential.

Skills

Detail oriented

Project management

Excellent communication

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

AutoCAD 3D

Tekla PowerFab

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Reports To: Senior Project Mgr Dept: Structural Office FLSAStatus: Non-Exempt

Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY

Generate timely and efficient shop drawings with accurate detail for steel fabrication.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produce shop structural and miscellaneous drawings, anchor setting plans and details, erection drawings and details, per AISC, AWS, ASTM, building codes, contract drawings, specifications, and supplemental documents.


• Partner with Customer, contractor, designer, project manager, estimator, project coordinator, and production


• Prepare/check structural steel drawings. Review and provide feedback on vendor drawings.


• Prepare and finalize material cut lists, hole programs, field bolt summaries, production programs and related specifications.


• Review and incorporate changes for impact on details, materials, and job schedules.


• Collaborate to resolve and/or clarify shop fabrication issues, construction document questions, and field calls.


• Monitor and report job progress, maintain job files, and project logs.


• Ensure detailing schedules are met and report anticipated overruns.


• Build and maintain professional contacts.


• Additional responsibilities as assigned.


• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of a two (2) year technical degree in a related field.


• Minimum of three - five (3-5) years’ experience in manufacturing using 2-D AutoCAD and/or 3-D CAD.


• Specific SDS/2 experience required.


• Experience in Tekla PowerFab, preferred.


• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Project/program management and implementation skills.


• Detail oriented, flexible, and the ability to work additional hours to meet deadlines.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

SAFETY / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must wear proper PPE while on production floor. Employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. Use hands; reach with hands and arms. Close vision required. Utilize computer keyboard and monitor. Employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Demonstrates accountability for all safety procedures.

Compensation based upon experience. Full time employees are eligible to receive a competitive benefits package which includes group health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, 401k, Paid Time Off, generous Retail Service Center discount and more.