Detail Drafter 4

Wabtec; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec’s Detail Drafter in Erie, Pennsylvania, will create manufacturing drawings using Unigraphics NX and Teamcenter, covering sheet metal, heavy fabrication, forged parts, piping, and assemblies for locomotive, transit, marine, and mining propulsion systems.

This hourly union position requires at least an associate degree in a related engineering field and hands-on CAD experience, with NX preferred. You will work closely with lead designers and ensure drawings meet schedule and quality.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or higher in Engineering, Mechanical Design, CAD, Mechanical Drafting, or related technical program.
• Experience with 3D modeling, assembly, and drafting using CAD software (NX preferred).
• Knowledge of drafting practices, manufacturing methods, shop tolerances, engineering, and manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver detailed drawings across multiple areas under the guidance of the lead designer.
• Drawings are primarily simple one-sheet drawings, sub-assemblies, or revisions of existing drawings.
• All work is reviewed and must be approved by the lead engineer and a manufacturing representative.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Drafting

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

Education

Engineering/Mechanical Design degree

Tools

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for people who want to move and improve the world! If you have interests in the areas of Computer Aided Design (CAD), product development, manufacturing, and problem solving, you have come to the right place. You can gain real world work experience while making an impact on the design of our products in the Locomotive, Transit, Marine and Stationary, or Mining Propulsion systems businesses. Wabtec’s Detail Drafter will work in Unigraphics NX and Teamcenter to create manufacturing drawings that may include anything from sheet metal, heavy fabrication, forged parts, and electric motors, to piping, cabling, or mechanical and electrical assemblies.

This is an hourly union represented position.

Starting wage: $24.97 per hour

Requirements – We are looking for YOU if you:

• Have completed a minimum of an Associate’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Mechanical Design, Computer Aided Design, Mechanical Drafting, or related technical program.
• Are experienced with 3D modeling, assembly, and drafting work using CAD software (Siemens NX preferred).
• Have working knowledge of drafting practices, manufacturing methods, shop tolerances, engineering, and manufacturing standards.

**Additional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: **

• Strong initiative with the ability to work independently and in teams.
• Strong desire to learn and develop technically in the CAD domain.
• Demonstrated skills in technical aptitude, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Effective communication & interpersonal skills with an emphasis on technical communication
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing experience.
• Ability to deliver work to specified schedule with high quality.

Essential Responsibilities:

The Detail Drafter’s primary responsibility will be to deliver detailed drawings across multiple areas of the business. This position works closely and under the guidance of one of the team’s lead designers. In most cases, the drawings needed are new components that are part of the lead designer’s and engineer’s conceptual design. The majority of drawings will be simple, one sheet drawings, and on occasion the drawings needed will be sub-assemblies or revisions of pre-existing drawings. All of the work is reviewed and needs to be approved by the lead engineer and a representative of manufacturing.

Location:

The Detail Drafting position is located at Wabtec’s Erie, Pennsylvania manufacturing site.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 30,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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Additional Information

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.