Drafter

Essential Job Functions:

• Review drawing requests and ECOs and associated information, analyze, design and retrieve information to complete drawings/models, layout or design.
• Coordinate with requester to discuss project scope and time schedule or receive and discuss project with supervisor.
• Be familiar with drafting standards and review design for compliance.
• Use SolidWorks/SmarTeam software to develop layouts, models/drawings and designs that meet engineering specifications.
• Prepare preliminary drawings and work with requester for approval and/or modifications.
• Utilize alpha search, SmarTeam, and Epicor to find existing drawings or examples.
• Prepare buyout material lists when required by Drawing Request.
• Prepare detailed scale drawing upon approval of preliminary drawings.
• Complete data input forms for each product as required and check to ensure accuracy of other drafter’s forms.
• Sketch and identify cooling products from customers or units in the field.
• Calculate dimensions, weights, capacities, or qualities using SolidWorks capabilities.
• Assist with customer service, research, and documentation as directed by supervisor.
• Report equipment problems to supervisor.
• Inventory supplies and materials and forwards requests to the drafting clerk.
• Assist with plotting/filing and other Drafting tasks when necessary or to fill in during absences.
• Work occasional overtime or weekends to complete a project, if required.
• Perform related work or other job duties as required by supervisor.
• Perform work in a safe manner and follow all safety guidelines and procedure.
• Domestic and international travel required and could include weekend travel depending on the project.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required for Entry Level:

• Knowledge in engineering drafting principles, practices, methods and equipment required.
• Skill in preparing and interpreting detailed drawings, graphs, charts and specifications.
• Must be detail orientated, have mechanical aptitude and strong initiative.
• Communicate, in English, effectively both orally and in writing.
• Understand and interpret complex and technical information.
• Demonstrate maturity, intelligence, cooperation, and discretion.
• Work effectively with fellow employees and independently.
• Dependability under both supervised and unsupervised conditions.
• Experience using SolidWorks with 3-D design.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Outlook.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug and background test.

Minimum Qualifications for Application:
2 year degree in mechanical drafting, 3-5 years of experience with detail drawings for sheet metal assemblies and weldments.

Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of Epicor, Ultimate Software or similar ERP system. 
Experience in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or Six Sigma.

Required Skills:
Domestic and International Travel
Solid works Software

Preferred Skills:
Writing Clearly and Concisely
Technical Writing
Technical Work
Investigating Solutions
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Attention to Detail
Checking For Accuracy
Calculating Data
3-D Printing and Modeling

Preferred Behaviors:
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Preferred Motivations:
Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Required Education:
Associates or better in Design and Mechanical Systems or related field.

Preferred Experience:
3-5 years: SolidWorks experience with detail drawings on sheet metal assemblies and weldments.

Required Licenses & Certifications:
Driver's License