Structural Steel Detailer / Drafter (Tekla & AutoCAD) - Advanced Detailer

Basic Job Functions:

• Create 3D Models of Custom Building Systems:
  Use advanced 3D drafting software to model structural steel framing, wall systems, roof systems, and associated trim to ensure all parts fit seamlessly together.

• Produce Erection Drawings & Material Lists:
  Generate accurate, construction-ready erection drawings and bills of materials using AutoCAD and/or Tekla, ensuring field crews have what they need for efficient builds.

• Develop Shop Drawings for Fabrication:
  Create detailed fabrication reports and shop drawings used by our in-house production teams to build structural components with precision.

• Review & Check Detailing Work:
  After initial training, assist in quality checking the work of other detailers — from simple to complex projects — to maintain high accuracy and design integrity.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficiency with 3D BIM software, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Excel

• One of the following:

• Associate degree or two-year vocational certification in drafting, architecture, engineering tech, or construction management
• OR 4+ years of structural or metal building detailing experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (Nucor does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of metal building construction practices
• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate design intent through written, verbal, and visual formats
• Hands-on experience with BIM workflows and practical application of modeling technology

About Us:

Nucor Buildings Group (NBG), a proud Nucor product group, is one of North America’s largest and most experienced manufacturers of metal building systems. With multiple locations throughout the United States, NBG is proud to design world-class building solutions tailored to meet the needs of any market including commercial, industrial, agricultural, and institutional. Our brands include American Buildings, CBC Steel Buildings, Kirby Building Systems, and Nucor Building Systems.

NBG offers work/life balance and a variety of benefits and performance incentives. We take pride in connecting teammates to meaningful work and focus heavily on both personal and professional development. Whether your background is in engineering and design, information technology and software development, marketing, or sales, with Nucor Buildings Group you can go as far as your drive and ambition will take you.

Why Nucor?

When you join Nucor, America’s largest steel manufacturer and recycler, you’ll help create a variety of steel products that become so much more, for so many people.  And you won’t do it alone.  Our supportive culture builds each other up, values family, relationships, and puts safety above anything else.  With the freedom to take your ideas to the next level, there’s no end to what you can achieve.  This is your chance to build a lifelong career, give back to your community, make the world a better place – and BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER.

Job Security – Benefits – Bonus Programs

With performance-based compensation, profit sharing, and a no-layoff practice, we take care of our teammates who design, engineer, fabricate, and support the products that define our company.

Ready to help shape the future of steel building design? Apply now and build something that lasts.