Design/Detail I

Collins and Jewell•Bozrah, CT

1d•$23 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Designer/Detailer I prepares detailed plans, drawings and other documents for the manufacture and erection of steel members (columns, beams, braces, trusses, stairs, handrails, joists, metal decking, etc.) used in the construction of industrial plants, and various non-building structures, up to and including mechanical components and machined parts. Per the direction of the Design & Estimating Manager, other duties may be assigned to the position. This role requires representing Collins & Jewell Company Inc properly, adhering to all company policies including Safety and HR, and upholding shared company responsibility by reporting and/or mitigating unprofessional, unsafe, or other behavior which infringes upon company policy. The position requires understanding and operating within the Collins & Jewell Company Inc chain of command. The role involves utilizing Solid works 3D software for Mechanical Design projects in accordance with ASME International Standards, and Tekla 3D software for Structural/Misc. steel projects in accordance with AISC code of Standard Practice. Document control through revision tracking is essential, where changes are identified by incrementing an associated number or letter code in the drawing revision block. The position requires complying with the requirements of design drawings and all industry standards and protocols, specifically those established by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), the American Welding Society (AWS), and complying with current OSHA and IBC Building codes and Electric Boat (EB) Specification 2678. The role also involves preparing shop and erection drawings using TEKLA, Solid-Works, and AutoCAD, accurately completing and checking system input for fabrication drawings, shop details, and Bill of Materials, and checking shop drawings, including bills of material. Reading and understanding blueprints is a key responsibility. The position assists in developing new design concepts and/or process selection, and assists with efforts to produce accurate Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) as they pertain to the Design & Estimating Department. Meeting deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality, and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers while demonstrating courteous and professional office etiquette are also required. The role requires obtaining necessary experience with computer drafting equipment and 3D Modeling software (TEKLA, AutoCAD, Solid Works) through provided training. Performing data entry and manipulation, and communicating and coordinating with the Design & Estimating Manager on project timelines to assist in scheduling multiple projects for shop fabrication are also part of the role. Utilizing knowledge and capabilities to effectively coordinate all aspects of a project (quote, design, detailing, purchasing, fabrication and installation) is expected.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
1-2 years of experience in 3D systems
Basic knowledge of 3D Modeling
Creating components and reports within the 3D Systems to improve efficiency.
Structural steel design/detailing.
Ability to read design drawings.
Understanding of steel purchasing, fabrication, and erection operations.
High attention to detail
Basic mathematics including geometry and GD&T.
Ability to provide cost effective and value-added solutions.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft PC and MS Office applications.
Knowledge of 3D Modeling Software (Tekla Structures, Solid-works, and AutoCAD).

Nice To Haves

AS Mechanical engineering preferred
FabSuite knowledge preferred, not required

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed shop and erection drawings for steel fabricators and steel erectors.
Prepare detailed plans, drawings and other documents for the manufacture and erection of steel members.
Represent Collins & Jewell Company Inc properly including professional behavior and professional written and spoken correspondence.
Adhere to all company policy including Safety, HR, etc. in a way that sets an example to all other employees.
Uphold shared company responsibility by properly reporting and/or mitigating unprofessional, unsafe, or other behavior which infringes upon Collins & Jewell Company Inc policy.
Understand and properly operate within the Collins & Jewell Company Inc chain of command.
Utilize Solid works 3D software in the preparation of Mechanical Design projects working in accordance with ASME International Standards.
Utilize Tekla 3D software in the preparation of Structural/Misc. steel projects working in accordance with AISC code of Standard Practice.
Track changes during the drawing process, identified by incrementing an associated number or letter code which should appear in the drawing revision block.
Comply with the requirements of the design drawings and with all industry standards and protocols, specifically those established by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), the American Welding Society (AWS) and comply with current OSHA and IBC Building codes and Electric Boat (EB) Specification 2678.
Prepare shop and erection drawings for projects using TEKLA, Solid-Works, and AutoCAD.
Accurately complete and check all necessary system input for finalization of fabrication drawings, shop details and Bill of Materials.
Check shop drawings, including bills of material.
Read and understand blueprints.
Assist in developing new design concepts and/or process selection.
Assist with efforts to produce accurate Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) as they pertain to the Design & Estimating Department.
Meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers while demonstrating courteous and professional office etiquette.
Perform data entry and manipulation.
Communicate and coordinate with the Design & Estimating Manager the timeline of upcoming and ongoing projects to assist in the scheduling of multiple projects for shop fabrication.
Utilize knowledge and capabilities to effectively coordinate all aspects of a project (quote, design, detailing, purchasing, fabrication and installation).