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Pre-Engineered Metal Building Detailer

Trueline
Lowell, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 11/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/6/2027

We are seeking a Pre-Engineered Metal Building Detailer to join the team. This is a full-time, 100% onsite opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with experience in pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB), structural steel detailing, and fabrication documentation. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to complete building projects while growing your technical expertise within a collaborative engineering and manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do as the Pre-Engineered Metal Building Detailer:

  • Develop detailed drawings and documentation for pre-engineered metal building projects, from initial design through manufacturing and installation.
  • Prepare approval drawings for customer review and coordinate revisions based on project requirements.
  • Create accurate fabrication drawings that support the manufacturing of structural steel and metal building components.
  • Produce erection and installation drawings to guide field construction teams.
  • Generate bills of materials (BOM), cut lists, shipping lists, and other documentation required for production.
  • Use MBS (Metal Building Software), AutoCAD, and other applicable drafting tools to develop and maintain project drawings.
  • Interpret architectural plans, structural drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
  • Review engineering changes, incorporate redlines, and maintain accurate drawing revisions.
  • Collaborate with engineering, sales, manufacturing, and project stakeholders to resolve technical questions.
  • Coordinate with external detailing partners when needed, reviewing their work for accuracy and completeness.
  • Support the accuracy of building models, material quantities, and fabrication information.
  • Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high standards for quality and detail.

Must-Haves as the Pre-Engineered Metal Building Detailer:

  • Professional experience in pre-engineered metal buildings, metal building systems, or structural steel detailing and fabrication.
  • Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and the ability to produce accurate technical drawings.
  • Experience preparing detailed construction or fabrication drawings for steel building components.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, structural plans, and technical specifications.
  • Understanding of bills of materials, cut lists, and fabrication-related documentation.
  • Knowledge of structural steel components, building systems, and manufacturing requirements.
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to identify and resolve drawing discrepancies.
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineering and manufacturing teams.
  • A related two-year degree with AutoCAD certification or equivalent professional experience.
  • Ability to work onsite in Lowell, AR, Monday through Friday.

Nice-to-Haves as the Pre-Engineered Metal Building Detailer:

  • Direct experience detailing pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB) for a manufacturer or metal building systems company.
  • Proficiency with MBS (Metal Building Software), including building design, detailing, and material generation.
  • Experience producing complete PEMB drawing packages, including approval, fabrication, and erection drawings.
  • Familiarity with steel building framing systems, structural components, and fabrication processes.
  • Experience developing comprehensive bills of materials and material packages for metal building projects.
  • Experience with Tekla Structures or similar structural steel detailing software.
  • Background in structural steel fabrication, steel joists, or commercial metal building construction.
  • Experience coordinating outsourced detailing work and reviewing technical deliverables.
  • Ability to contribute with minimal training in PEMB-specific processes.
  • Interest in advancing into senior detailing, drawing checking, or quality control responsibilities.

Benefits Offered:

  • Competitive annual base salary depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Full-time, Monday-Friday onsite schedule with no expected travel.
  • Overtime eligibility for additional earning potential.
  • Employee ownership through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Profit-sharing opportunities based on company performance and applicable plan terms.
  • Medical insurance benefits.
  • A wellness incentive program offering eligible employees up to $1,200 annually toward medical premiums, with additional opportunities for enrolled spouses.
  • A 401(k) retirement savings program.
  • A stable manufacturing environment with an established presence in the metal building industry.
  • Opportunities to work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and technical teams.
  • Professional development and potential advancement into higher-level detailing, checking, or quality control positions.
  • The opportunity to contribute directly to building projects while participating in the long-term success of an employee-owned organization.

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

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