Tekla Structural Detailer – Precision & Career Growth

Thorough Built LLC.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Thorough Built LLC. in Chattanooga, Tennessee seeks an experienced Structural Steel Detailer to join our team.

You will produce detailed 3D models, shop drawings, and erection plans for structural steel projects using Tekla Structures, collaborating with project managers, engineers, and fabrication staff to ensure accuracy and buildability. The role requires at least 2 years of steel detailing experience and Tekla proficiency, strong blueprint reading, and knowledge of AISC standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in structural steel detailing.
• Minimum 2 years using Tekla Structures for modeling and drawing extraction.
• Exceptional ability to read, interpret, and cross-reference architectural and structural documents.
• Strong understanding of AISC standards, standard structural shapes, bolted/welded connection types, and standard shop/field erection processes.
• High spatial awareness, mathematical precision, and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• 3D modeling and drawing generation in Tekla Structures; produce shop drawings, erection plans, anchor bolt layouts, and material takeoff lists.
• Review drawings to determine scope, dimensions, connections, and material requirements.
• Detect clashes, resolve RFIs to address design discrepancies early.
• Ensure modeling complies with AISC, codes, and shop fabrication standards.
• Export CNC data (NC/DSTV) and support shop/field teams during fabrication.

Skills

Detailing experience

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Tools

Tekla Structures

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Trimble Connect

FabSuite

FabTrol

STRUMIS

Job description

Thorough Built LLC. in Chattanooga, Tennessee seeks an experienced Structural Steel Detailer to join our team.

You will produce detailed 3D models, shop drawings, and erection plans for structural steel projects using Tekla Structures, collaborating with project managers, engineers, and fabrication staff to ensure accuracy and buildability. The role requires at least 2 years of steel detailing experience and Tekla proficiency, strong blueprint reading, and knowledge of AISC standards.