PlayCore · 2 weeks ago
Architectural Designer - Porter Corp
Holland, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expPlayCore is a company that specializes in the design and manufacturing of construction products. They are seeking an Architectural Designer to interpret blueprints, prepare engineering drawings, and collaborate with engineers on structural designs.
CommunitiesEducationRecreation
Responsibilities
Reading and interpreting blueprints
Input of SIP panels for design layouts conforming to current Porter SIPs design practices and standards
Design wall, roof and floors ensuring both structural and non-structural elements are accurate, optimized and conforms to standards
Prepare preliminary engineering drawings, submittal drawings and/or repair details and follow-up to ensure complete when necessary
Work with engineer's on structural designs and layouts
Prepare production drawings in CAD to support and aid manufacturing
Create Bills of Materials (BOM) for the products specified and entering data into a database program
Prepare installation drawings in CAD for job-site
Generate and provide accurate pricing for estimating purposes using PDF quoting tools
Aid in training of new employees when required
Aid in individual skills development and team development when required
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
General knowledge of construction industry and construction site management
Knowledge of structural insulated panels is a plus
Knowledge of structural loading and load tables
Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural blueprints
Ability to calculate tributary loads and load transfer though a building
Ability to operate a computer and Dietrich design software; training is provided
Previous experience with a modeling software such as Google Sketchup or Revit
Ability to operate Microsoft Excel, Word and other MS applications skillfully
Knowledge of CAD and drawing standards
Good written and oral communication skills are required
Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions
Attention to details and memory of these details
Ability to be courteous with customers, co-workers and construction personnel at all times
Good math skills including, but not limited to, architectural units, fractions, geometry and basic trigonometry
Organized and able to balance workload as needed
2 years or more of prior work experience is a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Holiday's
401 (k)
STD and LTD
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Company
PlayCore
PlayCore helps build stronger communities around the world by advancing play through research, programs, and partnerships.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Irving Place Capital
2017-10-03Acquired
2007-02-22Private Equity
Leadership Team
Roger Posacki
President & CEO
Stephanie Devine
SVP of Marketing & Brand Strategy
Recent News
2025-04-03
2024-12-03
AltAssets Private Equity News
2024-11-25
Company data provided by crunchbase