Steel Detailer 

Southern Machinery Company/Mellott specializes in engineering design and fabrication of steel structures and conveyor systems for aggregate processing plants.

Job Scope:

Coordination of design and drafting activities to bring project from concept to finished product. Proficiency with CAD and Microsoft Office applications will greatly assist in performing this job properly.  

Essential Duties:

• Detailing structural steel structures and conveyor systems
• Prevent safety issues with Southern Machinery Company equipment though design
• Function as a designer as needed
• Checking the work of other detailers for accuracy
• Working within project budgets

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency with related computer aided drafting software ( i.e. ACAD, Autodesk Inventor) 
• Previous experience with ERP system is a plus 
• Demonstrated ability and knowledge of geometry and trigonometry
• Display great attention to detail

Education Requirements:

Associate degree or two year certificate from a program or technical college is preferred 

Experience Requirements:

At least three years of relevant experience

Physical Requirements:

Individual must be prepared for:

Reaching - 10% of shift

Bending - 5% of shift

Pushing - 5% of shift

Pulling - 5% of shift

Climbing - 0% of shift

Sitting - 65% of shift

Overhead work - 0% of shift

Standing - 35% of shift

Walking - 35% of shift

Lifting up to 40 pounds - 5% of shift

Employee must perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. The company will provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability, as defined by the ADA, who has made the company aware of his or her disability, provided that such accommodation does not constitute an undue hardship on the company.

Other Requirements:

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical

Work Environment:

Work usually takes place in a climate controlled office. The volume in the office is usually quiet. Work may require fabrication shop visits. Personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, ear plugs/muffs, and steel toe boots, are required in the fabrication shop.

Career Ladder:

This position could lead to advancement within the engineering department.

Safety: Promote a Healthy and Safe Culture

Empower employees to make the workplace safe

Establish employee ownership for safe behavior and awareness

Plan safety into all tasks

Learn from unsafe experiences to prevent future accidents

Performance Standards:

The criteria for evaluation in this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Successful development and timely completion of individual and divisional annual objectives
2. Accomplishment of professional development goals as established in the employee performance evaluation
3. Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in building and maintaining levels of trust and respect
4. Satisfactory annual evaluation by supervisor

Note: Southern Machinery Company reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time with or without notice to the employee.