Structural Steel Detailer
Maxmanufacturingcareers · Bend, Oregon, United States · Posted Jul 1, 2026
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Max Manufacturing, one of Central Oregon's most skilled fab shops, is searching for an experienced Structural Steel Detailer with strong 3D drafting experience to join their team. This role involves producing accurate 3D models, shop drawings, and erection drawings to support the fabrication and installation of structural steel projects. The position requires close coordination with engineers, fabricators, and project managers to ensure quality, accuracy and constructability.
Key Responsibilities
Produce accurate 3D models, shop drawings, and erection drawings for structural steel
Interpret architectural and structural engineering drawings and specifications
Develop steel connection details in accordance with applicable codes and standards
Coordinate with engineers, fabricators, and contractors to resolve design issues
Update drawings based on RFI's, revisions, and site feedback
Prepare material lists and fabrication-ready documentation
Maintain organized drawing files and project records
Provide technical support to fabrication and erection teams
Qualifications Experience
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 (AISC, AWS, ASTM, EN or equivalent)
Experience producing steel shop and erection drawings
Experience with commercial, industrial or complex steel structures
Strong understanding of steel fabrication and erection process
Ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings
High attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills
Good communication and coordination abilities
Software Skills
Proficiency in Tekla Structures, Advance Steel, AutoCAD 3D, or similar software
Experience with 3D modeling, drawing extraction, and clash detection
Familiarity with BIM workflows
Basic proficiency in MS Office or equivalent tools
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Benefits
Max Manufacturing benefit offerings cover medical, dental, vision, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), One Pass, life insurance, mental health wellbeing, medical transportation, supplemental insurance for tough situations life throws at you, a generous 401k plan, and accrued paid time off (PTO).
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This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.