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Senior Tekla Detailer - Structural Steel

Austin, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Coordinate with engineers, project managers, fabricators, and production teams to resolve detailing ... Requirements * 8+ years of structural steel detailing experience with advanced proficiency in Tekla ...

Turnkey Processing Solutions

NY · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Reporting directly to the Detailing Manager, this position plays a critical role in transforming engineering and design concepts into fabrication-ready models and drawings that support our industrial ...

Tt

Senior BIM Modeler/Steel Detailer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

The Senior BIM Modeler will oversee and manage steel detailing projects, ensuring accurate and timely completion of deliverables. They will work closely with architects, engineers, and fabricators to ...

SST Direct

Structural Steel Detailer

Fresno, CA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

This role works closely with project management, engineering, and fabrication teams to ensure ... Track detailing schedules and communicate project progress to internal teams. Qualifications

SST Direct

Structural Steel Detailer

Fresno, CA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

This role works closely with project management, engineering, and fabrication teams to ensure ... Track detailing schedules and communicate project progress to internal teams. Qualifications

Integrity PSC

Steel Designer

Solon, OH · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Position Summary The Steel Detailer is responsible for creating detailed 3D models and shop and erection drawings for structural and miscellaneous steel based on engineering and architectural plans.

Max Manufacturing

Structural Steel Detailer

Bend, OR · On-site

Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or related field (preferred) * Minimum of 2+ years of 3D drafting experience in structural steel detailing * Knowledge of detailing and fabrication standards ...

Max Manufacturing

Structural Steel Detailer

Bend, OR

Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or related field (preferred) * Minimum of 2+ years of 3D drafting experience in structural steel detailing * Knowledge of detailing and fabrication standards ...

Max Manufacturing

Structural Steel Detailer

Bend, OR · On-site

Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or related field (preferred) * Minimum of 2+ years of 3D drafting experience in structural steel detailing * Knowledge of detailing and fabrication standards ...

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STRUCTURAL Steel Detailer/Checker

Fyffe, AL • On-site

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$60 - $80/hr

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Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Position

Structural Steel Detailer / Checker

Company

United Steel Fabrication LLC

Location & Schedule
  • Full-time
  • Remote or hybrid, with periodic in-office meetings as required
About the Role

United Steel Fabrication LLC is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Detailer / Checker to prepare and review accurate shop and erection drawings for structural and miscellaneous steel projects. This position supports projects from contract-document review through approval and release for fabrication.

The ideal candidate understands structural steel fabrication and erection, can identify drawing conflicts before they reach the shop or field, and communicates clearly with project managers, engineers, customers, fabricators, and erectors.

Key Responsibilities
  • Review contract drawings, specifications, addenda, RFIs, design revisions, and approved change orders.
  • Produce and/or check erection plans, member details, assembly drawings, single-part drawings, and bills of material.
  • Verify member sizes, material grades, piece marks, dimensions, elevations, slopes, orientations, and connection details.
  • Check bolt and weld requirements, hole sizes, edge distances, cope dimensions, camber, fit-up, clearances, and fabrication tolerances.
  • Confirm consistency among erection drawings, detail drawings, bills of material, material lists, and project revisions.
  • Identify conflicts, missing information, and constructability concerns; prepare clear RFIs when clarification is required.
  • Review drawing markups and ensure corrections are incorporated accurately before resubmittal or release.
  • Coordinate with project management, engineering, estimating, purchasing, fabrication, and erection teams.
  • Maintain organized drawing files, revision records, transmittals, and approval documentation.
  • Follow company detailing, checking, quality, and document-control standards.
  • Help improve checklists and processes that reduce errors, rework, and field issues.
Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years of structural steel detailing, checking, fabrication, or closely related experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings, specifications, and design notes.
  • Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication and erection practices.
  • Working knowledge of beams, columns, braces, stairs, handrails, embeds, base plates, connection plates, and miscellaneous steel.
  • Familiarity with common bolted and welded connections, AWS welding symbols, piece marking, and bills of material.
  • Proficiency with structural steel detailing software and PDF markup tools.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with SDS2, Tekla Structures, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar software.
  • Familiarity with the AISC Code of Standard Practice and applicable industry standards.
  • Experience detailing or checking commercial, industrial, or institutional structural steel projects.
  • Experience coordinating with engineers of record and responding to approval comments.
  • Practical knowledge of shop capabilities, erection sequencing, shipping limitations, and field-fit considerations.
  • Previous experience in or closely supporting a structural steel fabrication shop.
What Success Looks Like
  • Drawings are accurate, complete, coordinated, and released on schedule.
  • Questions and conflicts are identified early and communicated clearly.
  • Revisions are tracked and incorporated correctly.
  • Shop and field issues caused by detailing errors are minimized.
  • Project teams receive dependable, timely technical support.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
  • Benefits available according to company policy.
  • Opportunity for long-term growth in a structural steel fabrication environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement

United Steel Fabrication LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, performance, and business needs.

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