Senior Steel Detailer

• Prepare detailed structural and miscellaneous steel shop drawings, erection drawings, and fabrication packages.
  
• Develop and maintain accurate 3D steel models using detailing software such as Tekla Structures, SDS2, or AutoCAD.
  
• Generate material take-offs, bills of materials (BOMs), and CNC files for fabrication.
  
• Review structural and architectural contract documents, specifications, and engineering drawings.
  
• Coordinate with project managers, structural engineers, fabricators, and field personnel to resolve design and fabrication issues.
  
• Perform connection detailing in accordance with applicable codes and project requirements.
  
• Identify and resolve clashes, constructability concerns, and fabrication challenges before production.
  
• Ensure drawings comply with industry standards, including American Institute of Steel Construction standards and project specifications.
  
• Participate in project coordination meetings and provide technical detailing support.
  
• Mentor junior detailers and assist in developing detailing best practices. Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality requirements.
  
• Review and check drawings prepared by other detailers for accuracy and completeness.
  

Requirements

• Required Qualifications Diploma, Associate Degree, or Bachelor's Degree in Drafting, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.
  
• Minimum 10 years of experience in structural steel detailing. Advanced proficiency in steel detailing software, including Tekla Structures, SDS2, or AutoCAD.
  
• Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication and erection processes. Thorough knowledge of steel connections, welding symbols, bolting requirements, and fabrication standards.
  
• Experience with commercial, industrial, institutional, and infrastructure projects.
  
• Ability to interpret structural and architectural drawings and specifications.
  
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
  
• Knowledge of BIM workflows and coordination processes. Preferred Qualifications Experience with complex steel structures, high-rise buildings, stadiums, industrial plants, or bridges.
  
• Familiarity with BIM coordination software and clash detection tools. Experience leading detailing teams and coordinating offshore/onshore detailing operations.
  
• Understanding of international standards such as AISC, CISC, BS, or Eurocode.
  
• Key Skills Structural Steel Detailing Miscellaneous Metals Detailing Shop Drawings & Erection Drawings 3D Modeling Connection Detailing Material Take-Offs BIM Coordination Quality Control & Drawing Checks Project Coordination Fabrication Support Team Leadership Typical Performance Expectations Deliver accurate drawings with minimal revisions.
  
• Maintain project schedules and meet fabrication deadlines.
  
• Reduce detailing errors and fabrication rework. Support successful project execution from design through erection.
  
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior detailers.