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Drafter/Detailer

Company:
Design and Production Incorporated
Location:
Lorton, VA, 22199
Posted:
April 27, 2024
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Description:

ABOUT DESIGN AND PRODUCTION INCORPORATED (D&P)

Design and Production Inc. is a renowned builder of museum experiences, offering a comprehensive range of specialty services for museums and high-profile institutions. With 75 years of experience in the local community, D&P is now part of the global museum business of Chargeurs, a public company based in Paris, France. The Company’s expertise lies in prefabrication consulting, project management, exhibit engineering/detailing, prototyping, installation, media, and lighting systems. Projects are custom, large scale, complex, multi-year experiences.

We are a collaborative work environment. Positions are in office, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.

AT D&P, WE OFFER UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES

Check us out at and explore project portfolios.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THIS POSITION

Skills: With 5-8 years of experience in detailing and drafting, you should have a strong foundation in overall drafting skills, producing precise and accurate technical drawings. Experience with AutoCad or AutoDesk inventor is preferred, particularly in creating 3D shop drawings.

Design and Engineering Documents: You should be adept at reviewing and interpreting drawings from architects and designers, translating them accurately into technical drawings for fabrication.

Bills of Material (BOM) and Material Properties: Understanding BOM’s and material properties is essential for detailing and fabrication processes.

Problem- Solving Skills: Given the unique nature of projects in museums and other iconic institutions, you should be able to think creatively, solve design challenges, and think critically.

Experience with Fabrication Techniques: Previous experience with fabrication techniques, tools and material properties is a definite advantage.

Collaboration Savvy: Collaborating with various internal departments like Lighting, Technology Services, Graphics and in-house woodworking and metal fabrication shop requires excellent communication skills to ensure cohesion across all project elements.

Museums and Historical Preservation: A genuine interest and passion for museum projects and history will align well with the nature of D&P’s projects.

Architectural industry experience is a plus.

Design and Production Incorporated (D&P) is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Design and Production Incorporated (D&P) is an E-Verify Employer.

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