Architectural CAD Designer

Position Description

Position Title: Architectural Designer

Department: Architectural, Engineering & Technologies (AET)

Reports to: Director and Manager(s) | Architectural, Engineering & Technologies Development

FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

Prepared by: Tonja A Lytle

Date: 02.09.2023

Summary:

This position is for a candidate looking for a long-term career in Architectural Design and Product Specification for a manufacturer of engineered-to-order interior architectural walls. You will be a part of a desirable team of fun, fast-paced, talented designers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Creation of detailed product specific drawing packages based on A&D supplied space plans.
• Provide product take-offs / bill of material lists
• Develop details, elevations, and plans to support Sales Process flow.
• Prepare lists of deviations between contract documents and shop drawings.
• Manage all aspects of project submittals.
• Provide in-depth product technical support to all other departments including product application and design guidelines.
• Assist Project Management in accurately specifying project details to meet customer's requirements, including collaboration with Engineering to coordinate all product specific application guidelines.
• Occasional attendance at project meetings and/or site visits to assist Project Team in field checks and site surveys as required.

Qualifications:

• Architectural / Engineering / Design degree or equivalent level of experience
• Advanced AutoCAD and computer skills
• Capable of creating and modifying AutoCAD dynamic blocks
• Experienced with Revit Families and 3D Modeling
• Architectural glazing systems, demountable floor-to-ceiling wall products experience desired
• Advanced user of Microsoft Excel highly desired
• Proficient user of other Microsoft applications and Adobe Acrobat required
• Visualize in plan, section, elevation and analyze designs for feasibility and integration around existing building elements for discussion and reproduction on drawings
• Able to read and understand architectural drawing packages and bid specifications including door and hardware schedules
• Familiar with structural and environmental (reflected ceilings, lighting, sprinklers, and HVAC) building systems
• Knowledge of ADA (American Disabilities Act) guidelines as applies to building design

Requirements:

• Self-starter and independent worker
• Good communication skills with all levels of the organization
• Proficiency required for all product lines including thorough knowledge of product components
• Able to produce consistent and highly accurate deliverables
• Strong math skills
• Creative problem-solving ability
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task while keeping ahead of deadlines, highly organized
• Produce self-checks of all work to ensure accuracy and compliance with CADD standards
• Participate in team meetings, project kickoffs, scheduling, and team building activities via all forms of company communication (in-person, Teams, email, phone, etc.)
• Possible same day and limited overnight travel

Pay

$23- $27/hour

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• May require prolonged sitting
• Some walking, standing required
• Visual acuity to read detailed information
• Ability to work overtime for extended periods as needed
• Ability to manipulate computer mouse
• Above average stress in a changing fast paced environment

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

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