The Design Engineers at Architectural Arts Millwork prepare the technical shop drawings and plans used to build our custom millwork projects using CAD software.
Essential Functions
• Handle complex designing and drafting assignments under minimal supervision.
• Work with Project Managers regarding accuracy, design, drafting standards and design documentation.
• Collaborate with Cabinet Makers to ensure coordination of design is maintained.
• Generate production programming that complies with company standards.
• Provide visual guidelines and show how to construct a product or structure.
• Include technical details and specify dimensions, materials, and procedures in the shop drawings.
• Generate submittal drawings that comply with company standards and adequately communicate our intentions.
Qualifications
Required Skills/Abilities
• Knowledge of drafting standards, mathematics, science, and engineering technology
• Solid background in CAD techniques
• Proficient use of Microsoft Excel
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent technical design skills
Education and Experience
• Associates Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school highly recommended
• Bachelor’s Degree a plus
• Drafting experience a plus
• Construction or woodworking background helpful
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
Physical Requirements
• Regularly requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Skills Required
- Knowledge of drafting standards, mathematics, science, and engineering technology
- Solid background in CAD techniques
- Proficient use of Microsoft Excel
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent technical design skills
- Associates Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school
- Bachelor's Degree
- Drafting experience
- Construction or woodworking background
- Equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work on a computer
What We Do
Architectural Arts is a premier commercial millwork firm headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa. Established in 1998, the company provides a complete range of services from design and drawing to production and installation. With over 110,000 square feet of production space in Des Moines and Emmetsburg, they specialize in high-quality commercial millwork, ensuring superior design, impeccable quality standards, and the capacity to handle projects of any size.
