Keith Markwart
Milwaukie,OR
Summary
Experienced in CAD detailing and mechanical design, leveraging skills in AutoCAD, Revit, and Navis for precision in construction documentation. Bringing expertise in design coordination and metal fabrication to ensure quality control and adherence to industry standards. Successful at collaborating with project teams for accurate and efficient project execution.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sheet Metal CAD Detailer
General Sheet Metal
10.2025 - 04.2026
- Was responsible for routing coordination of HVAC system and producing detailed shop install drawings for the Thermo Fisher Scientific project.
- Provided valuable insights during design review meetings based on extensive technical knowledge gained from years of experience in the field as a CAD Detailer.
- Assisted in other projects as needed.
Sheet Metal CAD Detailer
Harder Mechanical
Portland, OR
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Utilized a variety of software programs to create 3D renderings of proposed projects.
- Reviewed customer requirements thoroughly prior to beginning any new drawing or model generation tasks.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards related to CAD detailing practices.
- Performed quality control checks on all completed drawings prior to release to production teams.
- Developed proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Navis for creation of detailed shop drawings.
- Created accurate CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Participated in regular design reviews with project stakeholders throughout the drafting process.
- Checked dimensions of materials to be used and assigned numbers to materials.
Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker/ CAD Detailer
Southland Industries
Portland, OR
10.2017 - 03.2025
- Involved in coordination and creation CAD models and drawings for Meta Data Centers.
- Was involved extensively in the design build process for the OHEP expansion project for OHSU.
- Operated shears, brakes and presses to form parts as required by project specifications.
- Assisted in the fabrication of custom sheet metal products per customer orders.
- Kept accurate records of completed projects including time spent on each task.
- Identified potential problems during installation process before they became costly issues.
- Fabricated custom fittings from flat stock material according to job requirements.
- Collaborated effectively with team members throughout entire construction process.
- Provided guidance and training to new apprentices entering the trade.
- Created CAD models from hand sketches, photos, and verbal descriptions provided by engineering staff.
- Performed quality control checks on all completed drawings prior to release to production teams.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards related to CAD detailing practices.
- Developed proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Navis for creation of detailed shop drawings.
- Identified potential design flaws or discrepancies during the drafting process before releasing final product for review by supervisors.
- Created accurate CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Identified and communicated potential design problems to team.
- Assisted with the preparation of construction and fabrication drawings for fabrication.
- Participated in regular design reviews with project stakeholders throughout the drafting process.
Education
Apprenticeship - Sheet Metal
Local 16 Sheet Metal Institute
Portland, OR10-2003
Skills
- Revit
- Navis
- AutoCAD
- Construction documentation
- Mechanical detailing
- Design coordination
- Construction techniques
- Air duct assembly
- Metal fabrication
- Architectural sheet metal
- HVAC duct install
Timeline
Sheet Metal CAD Detailer
General Sheet Metal
10.2025 - 04.2026
Sheet Metal CAD Detailer
Harder Mechanical
03.2025 - 06.2025
Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker/ CAD Detailer
Southland Industries
10.2017 - 03.2025
Apprenticeship - Sheet Metal
Local 16 Sheet Metal Institute