CAD Design Drafter: 3D Modeling & Fast Drawings (Onsite)

Valmont Industries; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Valmont Industries in Omaha, NE is seeking an individual contributor to interpret customer order information and convert it into production and submittal drawings under the Drafting Manager.

You will review specs, resolve missing or conflicting data, and collaborate with engineering, production, sales, and suppliers to ensure accuracy and on-time delivery, with senior drafting oversight.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and 1+ years of related work or educational experience.
• Technical skills in computer-aided drafting and basic mathematical knowledge (algebra, geometry, trigonometry).
• Experience with 3D modeling techniques.
• Proficiency with PC applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings, design constraints, and product requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Ability to identify and report inconsistent, conflicting, or missing customer information.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret customer contract drawings, specifications, and order instructions
• Process customer orders into accurate production and customer submittal drawings
• Investigate and analyze design issues and determine required changes or corrections
• Prepare sketches, drawings, and supporting documentation for manufacturing and internal teams
• Interpret specifications and standards to ensure customer requirements are met
• Requisition parts and prepare material lists and quantities for purchasing support
• Communicate with engineering, production, sales, customer service, suppliers, and customers to resolve design and specification issues
• Support backlog management by updating schedules, maintaining productivity, and meeting delivery commitments
• Maintain accurate records, files, and documentation of customer requirements
• Assist team members with shop drawings and project-based drafting support
• Identify and recommend improvements to drafting procedures, systems, and standard designs
• Comply with company safety, attendance, and quality policies

Skills

CAD drafting

3D modeling

Microsoft Office

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Drafting

High School diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

PDF tools

Job description

Valmont Industries in Omaha, NE is seeking an individual contributor to interpret customer order information and convert it into production and submittal drawings under the Drafting Manager.

You will review specs, resolve missing or conflicting data, and collaborate with engineering, production, sales, and suppliers to ensure accuracy and on-time delivery, with senior drafting oversight.