Why work at CEI Materials?
At, CEI we are dedicated to the work life balance of our employees. As an Architectural Designer, you will be proud of the work that you are doing while using cutting edge technologies to efficiently create Architectural Cladding Systems and Components. Here, you will work in a supportive team environment with other incredibly talented and intelligent people, creating industry leading products. You will work closely with the project management team and the fabrication team, to ensure accurate and precise drawings through all phases of each project you work on.
Working at CEI you will:
- Enjoy a Flexible environment
- Surround yourself with others who share a passionate commitment towards contributing to a common purpose.
- Feel empowered and inspired to share your thoughts and utilize your skills.
- Be supported and advocated for by all team members
Our team members are the foundation of our success. We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming and supportive environment, where we value everyone's differences. CEI Materials fosters and celebrates diversity, ensuring we provide an equitable and inclusive culture for our team, clients, guests and the communities we serve.
Core Values
Customer Commitment – We strive to exceed all our customers expectations on every project
Accountability from Top-Down – We will take responsibility for everything we do and deliver what we say we will
Respect for Each Other – Provide a trusting and welcoming environment that will treat all people with fairness, compassion and dignity
Integrity and Honor – Strive to do the right thing, truthfully and honorably, especially when nobody is watching
Top Notch Quality – We provide outstanding products and unmatched service that, together, deliver premium value to our customers
Growth through Innovation – Inspire creativity and learn from our outcomes to improve the service to our clients
CEI Materials is a nationwide, full service provider of Architectural Cladding Systems and Components. We work with architects and installers to ensure their retail, commercial, or industrial buildings look and perform exactly how they designed them to. Our expert designers, engineers, fabricators, and installers take pride in achieving the highest standards set by both our customers and ourselves.
The CEI Design Department is responsible for the creation of the custom architectural facade systems and features of projects at CEI. The CEI Architectural Designer is the individual that creates and designs the panel systems for production using the tools of the department. From the creation of a Preliminary Drawing set to the Final Design of the panels for Production, the Architectural Designer will use software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks and other proprietary software to generate an accurate and quality product. To facilitate this, they are also responsible for coordinating closely with the Project Management and Production Departments to ensure client’s expectations are managed and met.
Schedule: Assist in managing the design schedule for each project assigned.
Scope: At the direction of the Engineering Designing staff and Project Management, this position will be responsible for incorporating changes and modifications to the drawings per the architectural intent and client's specifications.
Essential Functions: Responsible for taking a set of preliminary shop drawings and using as-built dimensions of the building to create a very accurate representation of how the panel systems will be installed. Using CEI panel builder, AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks and learned knowledge of CEI panel systems to ensure that every condition on a building is accounted for in the installation of said panels.
Create and provide: A complete set of drawings designed specifically to assist personnel in the field with the layout and installation of the panel systems.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in design architecture or equivalent related experience
- Highly Proficient in AutoCAD
- Revit experience preferred
- Proficient in SolidWorks sheet metal tools is a plus, but not required
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, etc.) as well as PDF software (Bluebeam, Adobe, etc.)
- The ability to read and interpret Contract Documents such as architectural drawings, specifications, supplemental instructions, etc.
- Proficient with 3D modeling software such as Inventor, etc. is a plus, but not required
- Experience working with laser scanning technology and point cloud data is a plus, but not required
- Experience in construction and/or manufacturing industries preferred
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- AutoCAD: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Manchester, MI 48158 (Required)
Work Location: In person
