Structural Detailer - Airports
The Structural Steelworks Detailer is responsible for preparing accurate 2D/3D steelwork models and fabrication/installation drawings for airport logistics projects.
The role supports engineering, bidding, and site teams by converting design requirements into detailed, buildable structural documentation, ensuring compliance with standards, quality guidelines, and project conditions.
Key Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
- Review and understand project details, constraints, and site conditions
- Estimate drafting time for steelwork packages
- Perform initial manual take-offs based on preliminary designs
- Conduct site surveys for existing civil/structural conditions
- Create 3D steelwork models using Revit and Tekla Structures
- Produce 2D layouts and shop drawings using AutoCAD
- Plan and coordinate detailing activities with internal/external stakeholders
- Generate fabrication and installation documents from 3D/2D models
- Perform final quantity take-offs using the latest models
- Provide efficient solutions for design changes with minimal time/cost impact
- Ensure adherence to quality processes, standards, and guidelines
- Support assessment of claims and variation orders
- Comply with HSE, security, environmental, and quality requirements
Deliverables
- 3D structural models (Revit / Tekla)
- 2D layouts, general arrangement drawings, and shop drawings
- Fabrication and installation documentation
- Quantity take-off reports (initial and final)
- Updated drawings for modifications and site requirements
- Site survey reports and as-built updates
- Support documents for claims/variations
Consulted In
- System design and layout development
- Integration with mechanical, EM, and civil teams
- Installation planning and site coordination
- Design change evaluation and optimization
- Material flow system considerations (airport baggage/cargo systems)
- Quality and safety reviews related to steelwork
Competencies
Technical Competencies
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla Structures (2D/3D steel detailing)
- Strong understanding of steel fabrication and installation workflows
- Ability to read/interpret structural and architectural drawings
- Skilled in quantity take-offs and model-based documentation
- Familiarity with airport logistics or material flow systems (advantage)
Soft Skills
- Strong communication skills in English
- Analytical and proactive problem-solving abilities
- Structured, methodical, and detail-oriented
- Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Team player with the capability to work independently
- Knowledge-sharing mindset and willingness to mentor
- Flexibility and readiness for domestic and international travel
Qualifications
- Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum 3 years of experience in steelwork detailing and drafting
- Proficient in MS Office (Word/Excel)
Skills Required
- Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum 3 years of experience in steelwork detailing and drafting
- Proficiency in Revit
- Proficiency in Tekla Structures
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Proficient in MS Office (Word/Excel)
- Strong understanding of steel fabrication and installation workflows
- Ability to perform quantity take-offs and produce fabrication/shop drawings
- Strong English communication skills
- Familiarity with airport logistics or material flow systems
- Willingness/readiness for domestic and international travel
Vanderlande Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vanderlande and has not been reviewed or approved by Vanderlande.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with day‑one eligibility in many U.S. roles and employer‑paid protections that reduce out‑of‑pocket exposure. Feedback suggests medical, dental, and vision are a clear strength.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting in the U.S. Feedback suggests this forms a solid pillar of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays are characterized as generous relative to peers. Compressed workweek options in some roles further support time away and recovery.
Vanderlande Insights
What We Do
Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports. The company is also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses and in the parcel market. Vanderlande’s baggage handling systems are capable of moving over 4 billion pieces of baggage around the world per year. Its systems are active in more than 600 airports including 12 of the world’s top 20. More than 52 million parcels are sorted by its systems every day, which have been installed for the world’s leading parcel companies. In addition, many of the largest global e-commerce players and retailers have confidence in Vanderlande’s efficient and reliable solutions. The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers’ business processes and competitive positions. Through close cooperation, it strives for the improvement of their operational activities and the expansion of their logistical achievements. Vanderlande’s extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 7,500 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. With a consistently increasing turnover of 1.8 billion euros, it has established a global reputation over the past seven decades as a highly reliable partner for future-proof logistic process automation. Vanderlande was acquired in 2017 by Toyota Industries Corporation, which will help it to continue its sustainable profitable growth. The two companies have a strong strategic match, and the synergies include cross-selling, product innovations, and research and development.
