Senior Designer

THE ROLE

Senior CAD 3D Detailer producing 3D models, fabrication drawings, and connection details for custom aluminum facades, blade sunshades, louvered screens, and brise-soleil. Reports to the Design Engineering Manager and partners with architects, engineers, and project teams to turn design intent into manufacturable, code-compliant assemblies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build 3D models and shop drawings for aluminum facade panels, curtain walls, sunshades, and louvered systems.
• Detail connections, anchors, thermal breaks, and movement joints; resolve clashes with structure, glazing, and MEP.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, PMs, and estimators on scope, schedule, and submittal/RFI responses.
• Maintain CAD standards, support field installation, and mentor junior detailers.

MUST-HAVES

• 5+ years detailing custom aluminum facades or exterior sunshade systems for commercial construction.
• Expert in 3D CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, Revit, or equivalent) with complex parametric assemblies.
• Deep knowledge of aluminum extrusions, finishes (anodized/PVDF), fasteners, and connection engineering.
• Familiar with AAMA, ASTM, AISC, and applicable building codes.

NICE-TO-HAVES

• Direct experience with blade sunshades, louvered facades, or hybrid shading/cladding systems.
• BIM/Navisworks clash detection in a facade subcontractor environment.
• LEED/WELL or energy-code exposure; degree in Drafting, Architectural Tech, or Mechanical Design.