Design Drafter - Spectrum Aquatics

PlayCore; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Aquatics in Montana seeks a CAD Design Engineer to convert approved concepts into precise production drawings using SolidWorks. Design and draft custom and standard products, coordinating with architects, engineers, customers, and internal partners to confirm requirements.

Focus on accurate dimensions, material needs, and manufacturability while adhering to regulatory and quality standards. Contribute to build books, BOMs, and ongoing product improvements.

Qualifications

• Hands-on proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable CAD software.
• Strong spatial reasoning and mathematical accuracy.
• Ability to interpret drawings and technical requirements.
• Organize multiple assignments and meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Responsibilities

• Use SolidWorks to create concept models and translate approved concepts into production drawings.
• Design and draft products per company standards and specifications.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, customers, and internal partners to confirm requirements.
• Calculate dimensions, material needs, and equipment requirements.
• Prepare sketches for review before final CAD designs.
• Identify issues and revise designs for manufacturability and quality.

Skills

SolidWorks proficiency

Spatial reasoning

Detail orientation

Clear communication

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Who We Are

Spectrum Aquatics has manufactured swimming-pool equipment in Montana for more than 45 years. We help build communities through play and recreation - in the most fun environment: water. Our team values quality, practical improvement, collaboration, and people who take pride in work that is both accurate and useful.

Who We Are

Spectrum Aquatics has manufactured swimming-pool equipment in Montana for more than 45 years. We help build communities through play and recreation - in the most fun environment: water. Our team values quality, practical improvement, collaboration, and people who take pride in work that is both accurate and useful.

Why This Role May Be a Great Fit

• You may thrive in this position if you naturally:
• Notice small details others may miss and prefer to get the design right before it reaches production.
• Enjoy focused, technical work with clear standards, measurable requirements, and defined deadlines.
• Use logic, calculations, and research to make sound design decisions.
• Take ownership of assignments, work independently, and follow through without losing sight of team priorities.
• Ask thoughtful questions, document decisions, and communicate clearly when specifications are incomplete or conflicting.
• Value consistency and quality while still looking for a better, more efficient way to work.

What You Will Do

• Use SolidWorks to create concept models and translate approved concepts into accurate, detailed production drawings.
• Design and draft custom and standard products in accordance with company drafting standards.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, customers, and internal partners to confirm product and structural requirements.
• Calculate dimensions, material requirements, weight limitations, and equipment needs.
• Prepare and review sketches with the engineering team before developing final CAD designs.
• Identify potential manufacturing or operational issues and revise designs to improve function, quality, and manufacturability.
• Ensure final designs comply with applicable regulations, specifications, and quality standards.
• Create and maintain build books, product manuals, diagrams, layouts, and step-by-step production documentation.
• Generate and review bills of material for accuracy and completeness.
• Review peer drawings and designs for completeness, consistency, and accuracy.
• Support sales with product specifications and custom-order questions, and assist engineering with new-product development and product improvements.

What You Bring

• Hands-on proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable computer-aided design software.
• Working knowledge of building, manufacturing, or production processes.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, measurements, and technical requirements.
• Strong spatial reasoning, mathematical accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to organize multiple assignments and meet deadlines without compromising quality.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the judgment to clarify requirements before proceeding.
• A collaborative, professional approach when working with engineering, production, sales, customers, and outside partners.

What Success Looks Like

• Drawings, models, bills of material, and build documentation are complete, accurate, and production-ready.
• Design risks or missing requirements are identified early and resolved before release.
• Internal partners receive timely, reliable technical support and clear documentation.
• Standards are followed consistently, and process-improvement ideas are practical and well considered.