Detailer Checker - Tekla Software

Future Fabricating is an AISC certified commercial ornamental fabrication company. We provide unique and specialized fabricated items needed to complete a variety of architectural and infrastructure projects. Our team of skilled craftsmen specialize in building some of the Mid-West’s most interesting ornamental architectural metal products for bridges, buildings, and streetscapes out of a variety of metals including steel, aluminum, and stainless.

Position Summary: Reporting to the Detailing Supervisor the Detailer Checker will be responsible for creating precise and comprehensive drawings and schematics using various CAD software. This role requires a strong understanding of design principles and the ability to collaborate effectively with other teams to bring projects to fruition. The CAD Detailer Checker will play a crucial role in ensuring accuracy and clarity in all design documentation.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Generate accurate submittal, fabrication, and erection drawings within a designated timeframe independently.
• Generate concisely written RFIs (requests for information) independently and identify situations that may require the writing of RFIs while working on projects.
• Assist Jr. Detailers with questions regarding how to approach a problem or specific technique required to detail a project.
• Revise drawings (known as scrubbing) whether those revisions come from approval drawing comments or mark-ups from the checker.
• Exercise excellent judgement when modifying the architect’s or engineer’s original design to meet required fabrication or erection standards.
• Review other detailers’ drawings and generate “check prints” that clearly indicates missing and/or erroneous information for use by the detailer to revise the fabrication and erection drawings.
• Review specifications and other specialized project requirements and ensure that the detailers’ drawings are compliant with this information.
• Review scrubbed drawings for compliance with the check prints and resolve any conflicting information found by the detailer during the back-checking process.
• Utilize Monday.com to manage assigned workload and communicate status changes in projects.
• Review and understand specifications and apply them correctly to the drawings.
• Work with fabricators and installers to answer questions regarding drawings and design.
• Coordinate with the estimating team to resolve questions of scope and design during and after bid time.

The list above is not considered comprehensive of all job duties and responsibilities and is only intended to give examples of what may be asked of any candidate. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications / Education:

• 5+ years of relevant experience in detailing
• Experience drafting schematics and detailed drawings for construction or engineering projects is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively convey design concepts and collaborate with colleagues.
• A background in engineering, architecture, or a related field is advantageous but not mandatory.

Working Conditions:

• Office Environment

Benefits for successful candidates:

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) coverage available first day of the month following 60 days.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation time and 8 company observed holidays.
• Competitive Compensation: based on experience.

To ensure a safe and secure environment for all, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

Future Fabricating is an AISC certified commercial ornamental fabrication company. We provide unique and specialized fabricated items needed to complete a variety of architectural and infrastructure projects. Our team of skilled craftsmen specialize in building some of the Mid-West’s most interesting ornamental architectural metal products for bridges, buildings, and streetscapes out of a variety of metals including steel, aluminum, and stain-less.