CAD Drafting Specialist | SolidWorks & 3D Detailing

Midwest Cooling Towers, Inc.; Chickasha (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Cooling Towers, Inc. is hiring a draftsman based in Chickasha, Oklahoma. The role involves checking working plans and drawings, utilizing CAD software (SOLIDWORKS), and ensuring accurate dimensions and relations of project components.

The ideal candidate will have a technical school certificate, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret complex documents. This full-time position offers a collaborative work environment, focusing on quality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and manuals.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts like geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to perform tasks.

Responsibilities

• Check dimensions of parts and materials.
• Utilize various engineering practices to review drawings.
• Train drafters on recognizing errors.
• Use CAD equipment and software to create drawings.

Skills

Analytical

Design

Problem Solving

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Teamwork

Planning/Organizing

Professionalism

Quality

Adaptability

Dependability

Education

One year certificate from college or technical school

Three to six months related experience and/or training

Tools

AutoCAD

SOLIDWORKS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

ERP System (Epicor)

Job description

A draftsman will check working plans and detail drawings from rough or detailed sketches or notes by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities includes the following:

• Checking dimension of parts, materials to be used, relation of one part to another, and relation of various parts to a whole structure or project.
• Utilize knowledge of various machines, engineering practices, mathematics, building materials, and other physical sciences to review drawings.
• Discusses any adjustments or changes necessary or desired with drafters.
• Trains drafters on recognizing errors and corrections needed.
• Draws charts for representation of statistical data.
• Has the ability to draw finished designs from sketches.
• Uses computer assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software. (SOLIDWORKS)
• Designs and implements a set of standards.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification.
• Written Communication - Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
  
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Comprehensive in 3D is a must.
  
  
  

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  
  
  

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
  
  
  

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  
  
  

Computer Skills

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Auto Cad Design software. (SOLIDWORKS)
• Basic data entry and document handling
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and Web Apps
• Basic proficiency in an ERP System such as Epicor is a plus
  
  
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  
  
  

Location: 1156 E Highway 19, Chickasha, OK 73018

Job Type: Full-time