Steel Shop Drawing Checker
Confidential
Posted: January 30, 2026
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Quick Summary
We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Steel Shop Drawing Checker with deep expertise in structural steel and miscellaneous metal detailing. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing and marking up shop and erection drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and strict compliance with industry standards (AISC, .
Required Skills
Job Description
Steel Shop Drawing Checker
đź“Ť Location: Paso Robles, CA
đź’Ľ Department: Engineering / CAD
🧠Reports To: Vice President of Engineering
🕒 Job Type: Full-Time (Mon–Thurs, 6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
💲 Pay Range: $37,440 – $60,000/year (DOE)
đź“‚ FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Steel Shop Drawing Checker with deep expertise in structural steel and miscellaneous metal detailing. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing and marking up shop and erection drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and strict compliance with industry standards (AISC, AWS, AWWA, API) and project-specific contract documents.
This position is ideal for someone with strong AutoCAD skills, a solid grasp of steel fabrication processes, and the ability to manage a high volume of detailed review work.
Key Responsibilities
Review and mark up shop and erection drawings for:
Drafting accuracy
Industry code compliance
Adherence to contract drawings/specs
Interpret and verify contract plans and structural documents
Check all dimensions, tolerances, weld symbols, material specs, and assembly instructions
Collaborate with engineering, CAD, and detailing teams to provide clear and constructive feedback
Maintain and update drawing archives and standard detail libraries
Prevent recurrence of drafting errors by updating company standards
Manage review of up to 40 drawings per day across 7–8 simultaneous projects
Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of experience in structural steel or miscellaneous metal detailing and checking
Proven track record of reviewing and redlining other drafters' drawings
Expert-level proficiency with AutoCAD
Deep understanding of structural steel fabrication, erection, welding processes, and weld callouts
Ability to interpret and cross-check contract drawings, shop drawings, and erection plans
Strong attention to detail in high-volume environments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using Adobe Acrobat for markups and drawing reviews
Candidates with slightly less than 5 years of experience may be considered if they demonstrate advanced skills and technical knowledge
Schedule & Work Environment
4/10 Workweek: Monday–Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Overtime Available
Benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off / California Paid Sick Leave
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an EOE/AA - M/F/Vet/Disability employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Other Notes
This job description is not intended to list all duties or responsibilities. Duties may change or evolve over time without prior notice.