Documentation Specialist/Drafter

Dometic Corporation; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Disability insurance (STD/LTD)

401(k) with company match

PTO

Company holidays + floating holidays

Maternity/paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Membership reimbursement

Employee discounts

Impact opportunities

Job summary

Dometic is seeking a Documentation Specialist/Drafter to document diagrams, schematics, layouts, and engineering drawings using CAD and SolidWorks in the Port St Lucie, FL team. The role supports product verification and manufacturing preparation for new or changed products.

Responsibilities include drafting to standards, ECN/ECO processing, ERP/MRP updates, and maintaining strict document control for production use. Strong CAD skills and GD&T knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in CAD and design with minimum 2 years’ experience; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Course work in drafting technology or CAD certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 2–5 years experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Must create drawings per recognized drafting and design standards (ASTM, NTMA, Mil Spec).
• Proficiency in computer aided drafting and SolidWorks.
• Strong MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
• Familiar with PPAP processes.
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• English language fluency (read, write, speak).
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and lift up to 15 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drawings and revise existing drawings from instructions or sketches using CAD and SolidWorks.
• Process ECNs and ECOs and communicate changes to affected departments.
• Assist with ERP/MRP updates related to part numbers and revisions.
• Maintain document control systems for current, approved drawings and specs.
• Archive obsolete documents per retention policies and ensure BOM alignment.
• Generate manufacturing support documents like work instructions and routing sheets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in new product development.
• Adhere to company and client drafting standards and procedures.
• Calibrate prototypes and fixtures, potentially involving 3D printing.
• Use measurement tools to verify part compliance and participate in design reviews.
• Assist with ISO compliance and maintain revision histories for quality delivery.
• Support process improvements in document management and CAD standards.

Skills

Drafting

CAD proficiency

MS Office

English fluency

PPAP knowledge

GD&T

Education

Associate's degree in CAD/Design

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years, and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are on a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Documentation Specialist/Drafter. This position reports to Engineering Manager and will work in Port St Lucie, FL.

About the position

As Documentation Specialist/Drafter of the Port St Lucie team, you will be involved in documenting diagrams, schematics, layouts, multi-view, and various engineering drawings using computer aided drafting systems. The CAD drafter also supports product verification and manufacturing preparation for new or changed products.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Prepare drawings, and revise existing drawings, from explicit verbal or written instructions or detailed sketches using both CAD and Solidworks software
• Process Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), and document revision requests, ensuring timely implementation and communication to affected departments.
• Assist with ERP/MRP system updates related to part numbers, revisions, and engineering documentation
• Maintain document control systems to ensure only current, approved versions of drawings, specifications, work instructions, and procedures are available for production use.
• Ensure obsolete documents are removed from points of use and properly archived according to company retention policies
• Ensure Bills of Materials (BOMs) accurately align with released engineering drawings and product configurations.
• Generate manufacturing support documents, including work instructions, assembly aids, routing sheets, and visual work standards.
• Work in multi-function new product development teams, including program/product management, product design, manufacturing engineering, supply chain management and operations
• Follows company and client drafting standards and procedures
• Calibrate prototypes and fixtures that may involve 3D printing
• Use measurement equipment (Calipers, Micrometers, Angle gauge, etc) to define and verify part compliance
• Participate in design reviews of test systems and plans
• Assist as needed with ISO compliance maintaining accurate document control records and revision histories to ensure the product will be delivered with the highest quality to customers
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by recommending enhancements to document management processes, CAD standards, and engineering data workflows.
• Assist test technicians to verify products
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions by researching historical drawings, revisions, and engineering records.
• Assist manufacturing team to develop manufacturing and test fixtures
• Train employees on document control procedures, revision control practices, and document management systems
• Maintain electronic and hard-copy engineering records, ensuring security, traceability, and accessibility.
• Other duties as assigned to assist in other areas and departments as needed in obtaining the goals and objectives of Dometic

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast-paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow, evolve with the company and take on new challenges.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401 (k) with company match
• PTO
• Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

Skills & Requirements

A suitable background would be a solid experience within manufacturing and drafting as well as the following qualifications and experiences:

• Associate's degree in computer aided drafting and design with minimum of 2 years’ experience, bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• Course work in drafting technology or specialized CAD certification, or equivalent work experience
• 2-5 years previous work experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• Must be able to create drawings per recognized drafting and design standards (ASTM, National Tooling and Machining Association, Mil Spec)
• Proficiency in computer aided drafting
• Strong proficiency with MS Office programs including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint; and the ability to learn other applications quickly
• Familiar with PPAP processes
• Geometric dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Understand, speak, and read English fluently
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time, lift up to 15 lbs. and perform other basic physical demands of the position as needed

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities
• Highly organized team player who can take initiative and work within department priorities
• A track record of creating innovative ways to design/improve product development
• Professional demeanor whether in person, via e-mail, or online
• Demonstrated ability to learn other computer applications quickly
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and an appreciation for documentation
• Exemplary standards of ethics, integrity, and accountability
• Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to manage a variety of tasks
• Must have the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Sense of urgency and self-motivation

Dometic’s Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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