What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drafter - Sheet Metal and Metal Panel position at Alpha Drafting and Design?
Alpha Drafting and Design specializes in shop drawings for architectural sheet metal and metal panel contractors throughout the United States. We produce accurate, contractor-focused submittal drawings with fast turnaround times for systems including coping, flashing, gutters, fascia, soffits, standing seam roofing, ACM, insulated metal panels, and other custom sheet metal applications.
Role DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced freelance AutoCAD Drafter with a background in architectural sheet metal and metal panel shop drawings.
This is a remote, project-based contract position. Work is assigned as projects become available. You will be responsible for producing complete shop drawing packages from architectural plans, specifications, and manufacturer details.
The ideal candidate has experience preparing shop drawings for architectural sheet metal contractors and understands common roofing and wall panel systems. Accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines are essential.
Responsibilities- Produce shop drawings in AutoCAD.
- Read and interpret architectural and structural plans.
- Prepare layouts, elevations, sections, and details.
- Draft coping, flashing, fascia, soffits, gutters, scuppers, reglets, expansion joints, and custom sheet metal systems.
- Draft standing seam, concealed fastener, corrugated, ACM, and insulated metal panel systems.
- Revise drawings based on client markups.
- Follow manufacturer requirements and project specifications.
- Communicate clearly regarding RFIs and drawing questions.
- Deliver projects on schedule.
- Required: Proficiency in AutoCAD.
- Minimum 3 years of experience preparing architectural sheet metal or metal panel shop drawings.
- Experience reading architectural plans, specifications, and construction documents.
- Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication and installation practices.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, field-ready shop drawings.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Reliable internet connection and ability to work remotely.
- Experience with PAC-CLAD, Morin, Kingspan, Centria, ATAS, or similar architectural metal panel systems.
- Experience using Bluebeam Revu.
- Contract
- Freelance
- Remote
- Project-based work as assignments become available.