Senior Detailer

Short Description

Develop a high level of competence with Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s detailing system (RebarCAD) and innovative detailing practices. Develop a total understanding of the Nucor Rebar Fabrication business system as it relates to detailing and managing costs and contractual requirements. Detail large complex projects. Managing contractual issues relating to assigned projects.

Basic Job Functions:

• Must adhere to Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s safety programs and standards.


• Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s vision and values.


• Independently detail and coordinate complex projects.


• Continue developing advanced detailing skills with the Nucor Rebar Fabrication Detailing System (i.e. building library routines for reuse in future projects, develop an ability to detail in paper space/model space in RebarCAD).


• Verify drawings, dates, specifications, addenda and other contractual information from the routing sheet or directly from the business system.


• Work with job site personnel to determine project requirements for detailing and delivery of material.


• Identify and develop information required to inform the customer of any changes to the contract.


• Address change-order with the customer, produce change-order document and enter it in the business system.  Refer complex issues to supervisor.


• Detail accessories, mesh, couplers and dowel bars and prepare material lists as required.


• Communicate with A/E, steel placer and customer on all questions relating to project.


• Develop ability to enter all orders in Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s business system and prepare reports to assist in management of project(s).


• Enter all drawings for submission into drawing tracking system.


• Perform other duties as required by your supervisor. 

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Requirements:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future


• Vocational certificate in CAD design/drafting issued from an accredited school or college or equivalent combination of training and work experience


• At least six years of experience detailing rebar using a CAD based detailing system

Physical Demands:

• Typical office activities


• Walking, sitting, standing, bending


• Using hands to operate objects, tools, computers and other electronic equipment


• Lifting/handling computers and related equipment


• Vision abilities including close vision and adjusting focus


• Moderate noise level

Special Demands:

• Must be able to work overtime when required