Structural Steel Detailer / CAD Drafter

Rhodes Wolfe • North Andover, MA

14d • $70,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Our client in the structural‐steel construction industry is looking for a Structural Steel Detailer / CAD Drafter to join their team in North Andover, MA. In this role, you will create structural steel framing plans, sections, and detailed fabrication drawings for complex commercial, institutional, industrial, and renovation projects within a design/build environment. You’ll collaborate daily with project managers and engineers to resolve connections, address field issues, and deliver buildable drawings on complex scopes. Our client is seeking someone with strong AutoCAD skills and proficiency in 3D detailing software. Ideal candidates bring sound judgment on how steel gets built, and apply math/trig confidently. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with in-house engineers, contribute to the design of full steel superstructures, and grow into a senior or leadership path as the organization continues to expand.

Requirements

• 2+ years of steel detailing experience required
• AutoCAD experience required
• 3D drafting/modeling experience required

Responsibilities

• Create steel framing plans, sections, and details from concept to release
• Model structural steel in 3D to drive shop and erection drawings
• Detail beams, columns, connections, loads, and misc. metals
• Coordinate with PMs and engineers to resolve connection failures
• Translate contract docs into clear, buildable shop details
• Develop foundation/CMU/metal stud plans aligned to steel frames
• Address renovation field changes with practical, safe solutions
• Check drawings for accuracy, fit, and constructability
• Maintain organized files, revisions, and issue logs
• Support a collaborative, team-first detailing culture

Benefits

• Medical (100% employee)
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k w/ match
• Retirement contrib
• PTO

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees