Steel Detailer II

Dakota DesignStaff, Inc.
Woburn, MA

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
Job Summary
The Radiation Shielding Engineering Steel Detailer II is responsible for the review and preparation of steel fabrication drawings and assemblies, working under the guidance of senior staff while also demonstrating a higher level of independence in execution.

This role offers advanced exposure to radiation shielding design within a specialized engineering environment. While prior shielding experience is not required, candidates must possess strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and well-developed problem-solving skills.

The position involves reviewing and producing fabrication drawings based on proprietary shielding system designs. The Detailer II will take a lead role in detailing steel members and coordinating with internal manufacturing teams to ensure accuracy and constructability. Depending on workflow demands, cross-training in shielding systems may be provided to deepen overall project understanding. Experience in building construction is not required but is considered beneficial. Extensive experience in steel detailing is required.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities

  • Review and redline fabrication drawing packages with a high degree of accuracy and minimal oversight
  • Interpret design drawings and extract all required components for detailing
  • Independently detail complex assemblies and break them into fully coordinated individual components, including proper keying and references
  • Generate precise cut sheets, material lists, and part schedules
  • Resolve design and detailing challenges with a proactive and solution-oriented approach
  • Identify design conflicts, constructability concerns, and inconsistencies, and communicate them effectively to senior staff
  • Collaborate closely with internal manufacturing teams across multiple locations to ensure designs align with fabrication capabilities
  • Anticipate fabrication and construction challenges and proactively recommend solutions
Supervisory Responsibility

  • None
Qualifications, Skills & Abilities

  • Associates degree in drafting/design or related field is preferred
  • 510 years of experience in steel fabrication detailing required
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and structural design principles
  • Advanced proficiency in 2D AutoCAD required; Revit experience is a plus
  • Deep understanding of steel fabrication processes, including steel shapes, welding, and use of both imperial and metric measurement systems
  • Proven ability to interpret and visualize complex 3D assemblies from 2D drawings
  • High attention to detail in drafting standards, layout, and documentation quality
  • Ability to identify design improvements and contribute to process efficiency
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
Physical Demands / Work Environment
This position operates primarily in an office setting and requires frequent use of computers and standard office equipment. The role involves regular communication with internal teams via phone, email, and in person. The ability to move within the office and maintain visual focus on detailed drawings is required. The work environment typically has a moderate noise level.

Flexible work from home options available.

Posted 2026-06-19

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