Drafter

Crane 1 Services; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane 1 Services is seeking a skilled Mechanical Drafter to create production and installation drawings using SolidWorks. You will annotate welds, develop BOMs, and ensure designs meet specifications for turnkey material handling projects.

The role requires 3 years in mechanical design, strong CAD skills, and the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and field teams. Location is on-site with competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in mechanical design, drafting, or related manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks or other 3D modeling software.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assemblies, welding practices, and structural components.
• Experience preparing detailed fabrication drawings and Bills of Materials.
• Knowledge of AWS D1.1 welding standards and other applicable industry codes preferred.
• Familiarity with overhead crane systems, lifting equipment, or structural fabrication preferred.
• Excellent technical communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Drafting, or a related technical field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop multi-view production and installation drawings using SolidWorks and with minimal supervision.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, engineering requirements, and customer specifications.
• Properly annotate drawings using AWS D1.1 weld symbols and other standardized symbols to clearly communicate fabrication and assembly requirements.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) to accurately define all components of designed equipment.
• Review and verify design accuracy prior to release to manufacturing and installation teams.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior designers and draftsmen.
• Collaborate with engineering, electrical, structural, civil, and installation teams to support turnkey project execution.
• Support manufacturing and field installation teams by providing technical guidance, drawing clarification, and problem resolution.
• Assist with design reviews and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, manufacturability, and installation performance.
• Develop technical documentation, specifications, and procedures for internal and customer use.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving design-related issues during fabrication or installation.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D modeling

Mechanical design

Attention to detail

Technical communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Revit

Creo

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

The Drafter works closely with engineering, manufacturing, project management, and field installation teams to develop accurate and efficient design solutions for turnkey material handling projects. Must be proficient in SolidWorks or 3D modeling , combined with strong mechanical design knowledge and exceptional attention to detail, is essential for success in this position.

Salary

$60k-$75k

Responsibilities

• Develop multi-view production and installation drawings using SolidWorks and with minimal supervision.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, engineering requirements, and customer specifications.
• Properly annotate drawings using AWS D1.1 weld symbols and other standardized symbols to clearly communicate fabrication and assembly requirements.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) to accurately define all components of designed equipment.
• Review and verify design accuracy prior to release to manufacturing and installation teams.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior designers and draftsmen.
• Collaborate with engineering, electrical, structural, civil, and installation teams to support turnkey project execution.
• Support manufacturing and field installation teams by providing technical guidance, drawing clarification, and problem resolution.
• Assist with design reviews and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, manufacturability, and installation performance.
• Develop technical documentation, specifications, and procedures for internal and customer use.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving design-related issues during fabrication or installation.

Drafter Skills And Experience

• 3 years of experience in mechanical design, drafting, or related manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks is strongly preferred or other 3D modeling software platform.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assemblies, welding practices, and structural components.
• Experience preparing detailed fabrication drawings and Bills of Materials.
• Knowledge of AWS D1.1 welding standards and other applicable industry codes preferred.
• Familiarity with overhead crane systems, lifting equipment, or structural fabrication is strongly preferred.
• Excellent technical communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Experience reviewing designs and providing technical guidance to other designers is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Drafting, or a related technical field preferred.

Technical Skills

• SolidWorks (strongly preferred)
• Autodesk Inventor, Revit, Creo, or other commercial 3D applications.
• Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook
• Familiarity with project management tools such as MS Project desired.

Crane 1 Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We believe in fostering a supportive environment where every employee is valued and given the opportunity to succeed.