USAM DC
Custom Millwork Engineer
Manassas, VA - Full Time
USAM DC is seeking a Custom Millwork Engineer. The Custom Millwork Engineer works closely with the Engineering Manager, other Engineers, Project Managers, Shop Production Manager, and shop fabricators while managing these tasks: incorporates redlines and field dimensions while producing production ready drawings for the shop floor. This would include providing any CNC machining drawings as needed to release the work.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Other Duties:
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain comprehensive listing or activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position does not have any direct supervisor responsibilities. However, the position assists and guides other team members with questions and concerns.
Physical Demands:
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Occasional Job site visits/field measuring may be required.
Preferred Education and Skills (in addition to the required):
USAM DC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Veterans, Females, Minorities, and Disabled applicants are encouraged to apply.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Carries out duties assigned by the Engineering Manager.
- Communicates with Production and Project Management, follows-up with other team members on meeting deadlines and upcoming projects to work on, communicates with production shop on specific needs or issues on current work, gives advanced notice of any obstacles or dates that may be missed.
- Works closely with the Operations and Engineering teams on conflict resolution to ensure deadlines are met in a timely manner.
- Stays up to date with field conditions and updates drawings for fabrication accordingly.
- Maintains an understanding of all the materials and hardware used to manufacture the approved scope of work.
- Utilizes AutoCAD and Microvellum to prepare drawings for production release and release to subcontract vendor fabrication.
- Ensure all work is reviewed prior to release.
- Reviews sub-contractor drawings for submittals.
- Helps team members with questions and issues.
- Ability to correctly perform material take-offs for ordering/pulling inventory.
- Other duties and projects assigned by Engineering Manager.
Other Duties:
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain comprehensive listing or activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position does not have any direct supervisor responsibilities. However, the position assists and guides other team members with questions and concerns.
Physical Demands:
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Occasional Job site visits/field measuring may be required.
Preferred Education and Skills (in addition to the required):
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Wood Technology, Mechanical Engineer, or related field
- 5-10 years’ experience in architectural millwork, custom wood manufacturing, or a similar industry
- Knowledge of Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) Standards
- Familiarity with Microvellum Toolbox
- Excellent AutoCAD millwork drafting skills.
- Experience with CNC manufacturing
- Experience with millwork production methods and fabrication techniques, and Materials.
- Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Min 5 years' experience architectural drafting/engineering
- Able to read and interpret architectural drawings/blueprints
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including intermediate Excel skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills
- Experience with millwork production methods and fabrication techniques
USAM DC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Veterans, Females, Minorities, and Disabled applicants are encouraged to apply.
