Structural Steel Detailer at JPW Structural Contracting

MACNY's Job Board•City of Syracuse, NY
•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

JPW Companies is recruiting a Structural Steel Detailer for its Syracuse, New York operation. The role supports the company’s production schedule by preparing structural steel models, fabrication drawings, material lists, and erection drawings while meeting quality standards and maintaining a safe, orderly work area. The detailer works with engineers, architects, project managers, fabricators, and steel erectors to ensure designs and drawings are accurate and complete. Work follows applicable industry standards, including AISC and AWS specifications. The position is not remote.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug test and be subject to random testing during employment.
  • Understanding and familiarity with AISC and AWS specifications.
  • Excellent drafting, math, and spatial visualization skills.
  • Extensive knowledge of CAD/Tekla software and other drafting tools.
  • Honesty, integrity, and a strong desire to succeed.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to create and maintain cooperative team-building relationships.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
  • Able to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer.
  • Able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
  • Able to access and navigate all areas of construction sites and the shop floor.
  • Acceptable visual acuity, corrected or uncorrected.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with SolidWorks or Inventor is preferred.
  • Experience with Tekla software is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare structural steel models using SolidWorks, Inventor, and/or Tekla Structures.
  • Generate fabrication drawings and material lists from models.
  • Collaborate with engineers, architects, and project managers to ensure design accuracy and completeness.
  • Prepare erection drawings that show steel erectors where and how to erect fabricated steel members.
  • Prepare shop/detail drawings for fabricators, including material sizes, dimensions, welding, bolting, painting requirements, and other information needed to describe each completed member.
  • Follow industry standards and protocols for detail drawings, including those established by AISC and AWS.
  • Keep the work area clean and orderly.
  • Work in harmony with coworkers and management, follow company policies, and support the production schedule while maintaining safety and quality standards.
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