PEMB Drafter

The primary responsibility of Drafter V is to deliver complete and accurate drafting outputs including drawings shop details and bills of materials (BOMs) while ensuring high quality and on-time delivery aligned with customer-specific requirements. This role demands advanced technical knowledge of commercial building systems pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMBs) detailing tools such as AutoCAD and a deep understanding of interdepartmental processes and services. Strong proficiency in advanced trigonometry and geometry is also required.

• Produce neat accurate and easy-to-follow fabrication documents that align with design calculations and manufacturing limitations.
• Generate precise permit approval and erection drawings that comply with purchase order requirements and guide material installation.
• Maintain tight project schedules often accommodating last-minute changes or shifting priorities.
• Communicate challenges and project needs to Project Engineers Design Engineers and Detailers to ensure timely technical resolution.
• Respond promptly to calls emails and inquiries from customers design teams or manufacturing ensuring minimal impact to project timelines.
• Provide expert-level solutions for field issues and generate the necessary documentation to support customer service.
• Continuously enhance productivity accuracy and technical expertise.
• Support and enforce drafting standards used by production detailers.
• Represent the companys interests when investigating field modifications.
• Work overtime as needed to meet critical deadlines.
• Understand your role within the broader project system and step beyond it when necessary.
• Give and receive back-checking comments as a key part of professional development and team collaboration.
• Coach mentor and train less experienced drafters.
• Partner closely with builders and manufacturing stakeholders to drive project success.
• Manage multiple complex projects through fabrication and erection phases while balancing overlapping individual responsibilities.
• Ensure conformance with defined engineering processes and initiate corrective actions as needed to maintain compliance with quality standards.
• Lead initiatives to improve quality drive innovation and increase efficiency.

Serve as a subject matter expert in the highest-level and most complex metal building designs.

Qualifications :

Drafter III

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in metal building drafting.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience using Tekla AutoCAD Revit Trimble Connect and other detailing software.
• Highly detail-oriented with demonstrated experience managing multiple projects through fabrication and erection phases.
• Adaptable team player with strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to document workflows optimize processes and follow detailed instructions.
• Able to perform under pressure while complying with established procedures and guidelines.
• Strong mathematical and trigonometric computation skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate across all organizational levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general PC/technology tools

EDUCATION / ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certification in AutoCAD Tekla or other relevant design software.
• Associate degree in Drafting or Architecture (preferred).

Drafter IV

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in metal building drafting.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience using Tekla AutoCAD Trimble Connect and other detailing software.
• Proven experience managing multiple ongoing projects through shop production and erection completion.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to map workflows optimize processes and write detailed procedural documentation.
• Ability to perform under pressure while adhering to defined procedures and standards.
• Solid understanding of technology digital solutions and model-based engineering practices.
• Strong background in process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Ability to interface with all levels of the organization including cross-functional stakeholders and leadership.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to present to senior management.
• Demonstrated deep competences in mathematical and trigonometric calculations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general technology tools.

EDUCATION / ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certification in AutoCAD Tekla or other design software preferred.
• Associate degree in Drafting Architecture or a related field (preferred).

Drafter V

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in metal building drafting.
• At least 5 years of experience as a checker or quality inspector for buildings of complexity levels 110.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience using Tekla AutoCAD Revit Trimble Connect and other detailing software.
• Highly detail-oriented with demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects through shop production and erection phases.
• Strong adaptability and effective collaboration in team-based environments.
• Ability to document workflows optimize processes and draft detailed instructions.
• Capable of performing under pressure while adhering to established procedures and guidelines.
• Solid understanding of technology digital tools and model-based engineering.
• Strong background in process improvement and continuous development.
• Effective communicator across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

EDUCATION / ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) required.
• Certification in AutoCAD Tekla or other design software preferred.
• Associate degree in Drafting Architecture or a related field (preferred).

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands 

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO paid holidays FSA life insurance LTD STD 401k EAP discount programs tuition reimbursement training and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30 hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy genetic information disability or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If youd like to view a copy of the companys affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement please contact Human Resources at or If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application please contact Human Resources at or This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time