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Tennessee Valley Metals is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented CAD Designer to join our team. This position is responsible for creating accurate fabrication drawings and production documents for custom aluminum canopy systems used in commercial construction projects.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of architectural and structural drawings, is able to work efficiently under deadlines, and consistently produces accurate work with minimal supervision. This individual must be self-motivated, organized, and committed to producing quality work while supporting production schedules and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret architectural, structural, and engineering drawings to produce detailed fabrication and shop drawings.
• Create accurate production drawings, cut sheets, and installation details for custom aluminum canopy systems.
• Ensure all drawings comply with project specifications, dimensions, building codes, and company standards.
• Review contract documents, submittals, RFIs, and revisions to incorporate changes into production drawings.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Shop Management, and Production personnel to ensure drawings are complete, accurate, and ready for fabrication.
• Develop efficient fabrication details that reduce waste and improve production efficiency.
• Maintain drawing revisions and document control throughout each project.
• Verify dimensions, material quantities, hardware requirements, and fabrication methods before drawings are released.
• Work closely with the fabrication shop to answer questions, resolve drawing discrepancies, and support production.
• Identify potential design conflicts before fabrication begins and recommend practical solutions.
• Assist in developing and improving drafting standards, templates, and drawing processes.
• Maintain organized electronic project files and drawing archives.
• Complete multiple projects simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Communicate professionally with internal team members regarding project status and technical questions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of CAD drafting or design experience (construction or metal fabrication preferred).
• Proficient in AutoCAD. Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D modeling software is a plus.
• Strong understanding of commercial architectural and structural drawings.
• Ability to accurately read blueprints, specifications, and construction documents.
• Excellent mathematical and dimensional reasoning skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing error-free drawings.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multiple departments.
• Experience in metal fabrication, aluminum products, or commercial construction is highly preferred.

Desired Skills & Characteristics

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Exceptional speed without sacrificing accuracy.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to stay productive throughout the workday.
• The ability to self-manage projects with minimal supervision.
• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• High accountability and ownership of assigned projects.
• A willingness to ask questions when clarification is needed rather than making assumptions.
• The ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professionalism, dependability, and a positive attitude.
• A continuous improvement mindset focused on increasing efficiency and quality.

Performance Expectations

Success in this role includes:

• Producing highly accurate fabrication drawings with minimal revisions.
• Meeting project deadlines consistently.
• Supporting production by providing clear, complete, and buildable drawings.
• Maintaining excellent communication with project management and shop personnel.
• Identifying potential issues before fabrication begins to reduce costly mistakes.
• Contributing to improved drafting standards, workflow efficiency, and overall project quality.

Why Tennessee Valley Metals?

At Tennessee Valley Metals, we take pride in delivering high-quality aluminum canopy systems for commercial projects across the southeast for over 30 years. We value employees who are dependable, take ownership of their work, continually seek improvement, and contribute to a team-oriented environment where quality and customer satisfaction are our top priorities.