Senior CAD Designer

Job Summary

The primary job of the Senior Detailer is to generate comprehensive erection and shop drawings of all fabricated members, complete with a detailed bill of materials, encompassing field fastens and miscellaneous items. This task involves utilizing relevant detailing standards and software.

Essential Functions

• Create erection and fabrication drawings with a Bill of Materials using both 3D and 2D software
• Review drawings and specifications for conflicts and errors
• Revise drawings as directed after Internal review / Approval and contract changes
• Absorb questions from fabricators when necessary
• Update drawings per As-built markups
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously in a very fast-paced, production-driven environment
• Create PDFs of completed drawings
• Meet deadlines for assigned projects
• Conduct shop visits as needed
• Respond to production issues with a sense of urgency
• Follow and support all PBS Company Safety Policies.

Additional Duties

• Undertake additional responsibilities or duties as required to support company operations.

Quality Standards

• Must be able to read and understand drawings, codes, and specifications, ensuring adherence to established fabrication procedures.
• Ability to work with a team under pressure and within tight schedules.
• Attention to details
• General Microsoft Office experience
• Highly organized and committed to producing accurate and complete work.

Education and/or Experience

• Knowledge of construction practices, AISC requirements
• 5+ years of experience in Autodesk AutoCAD
• 5+ years of experience in Autodesk Inventor (or SolidWorks)
• 5+ years of experience with structural steel detailing or storage tanks
• College education or Detailing certification and five years of experience in a related field or equivalent is required.

Teamwork

• Teamwork is essential in this position, and the Senior Structural Steel Detailer/Drafter must have a positive attitude and be able to work effectively with all departments, managers, and staff.
• Actively participate in safety meetings and promote company safety culture while working closely with the safety department.

Language Skills

• Must communicate professionally and effectively with co-workers, other departments, and managers.

Reporting

• This position will report directly to the Detailing Manager while working closely with the Prefabrication Manager, Operations Coordinator, QA Manager, Project Manager and Engineers.