Memphis, TN Job Details Full-time 14 hours ago Qualifications Estimating material requirements from blueprints Mechanical blueprint interpretation Customer communication Technical writing within manufacturing Steel construction materials Collaboration with manufacturing teams Drafting for metal components Full Job Description We are looking to recruit a Mechanical Engineer or Civil / Structural Engineer with experience in steel structures to support the technical analysis and preparation of manufacturing dossiers for steel fabrication. Main Responsibilities Analyse customer drawings, structural steel drawings and technical specifications. Prepare technical dossiers for fabrication, including production documentation, material lists, cutting lists and assembly information. Review steel structure details, welded joints, bolted connections and fabrication requirements. Interpret engineering drawings, 3D models and project specifications. Identify missing information, technical inconsistencies or potential fabrication issues before production starts. Coordinate with customers, engineering teams and production to clarify technical requirements. Support the preparation of Bills of Materials — BOM. Support nesting, cutting, drilling, welding and assembly preparation. Ensure that manufacturing documentation is clear, complete and suitable for shop-floor execution. Support production teams during fabrication by clarifying drawings and technical requirements. Assist with technical change control and revision management. Review tolerances, material grades, profiles, tubes, plates and structural components. Support continuous improvement in technical preparation, production flow and reduction of rework. Required Qualifications Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related technical field from an accredited institution. Experience in steel structures, steel fabrication, metalworking or industrial manufacturing. Strong ability to read and interpret structural steel drawings and fabrication drawings. Knowledge of steel profiles, tubes, plates, welded assemblies and bolted connections. Understanding of fabrication processes such as cutting, drilling, bending, welding, assembly and finishing. Good knowledge of BOM preparation, material take-off and technical documentation. Ability to work with production, quality and engineering teams. Strong attention to detail and ability to identify technical risks before production. Preferred Qualifications Experience with structural steel codes and standards used in the USA, such as AISC and
AWS D1.1.
Experience with CAD software, 3D modelling or steel detailing software. Familiarity with Tekla Structures, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Advance Steel or similar tools. Experience preparing shop drawings, fabrication packages or manufacturing dossiers. Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and production routing would be an advantage. Previous experience in tube steel manufacturing, poles, towers, frames, platforms or similar steel structures. Key Competencies Strong technical analysis capability. High accuracy in documentation and drawing review. Practical understanding of steel fabrication. Ability to translate engineering information into clear production instructions. Good communication with production, quality, engineering and commercial teams. Proactive identification of technical issues before they reach the shop floor. Organised, methodical and deadline-focused.
