Drafter

Openwork; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Openwork is seeking a detail-oriented Drafter/Designer to join our fast-paced manufacturing environment in Stafford, TX. You will translate design layouts and concepts into production-ready drawings and parts lists with minimal supervision.

Working with the Design Engineering team, you will develop detailed, fabrication, machining, assembly, and GA drawings, applying GD&T and maintaining strict document control and revision tracking. This role demands independence and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, interpret, and develop complex mechanical drawings.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and dimensional tolerancing.
• Experience creating BOMs and fabrication drawings.

Responsibilities

• Translate engineering concepts, sketches, and markups into complete, production-ready mechanical documentation.
• Develop detail, fabrication, machining, assembly, and GA drawings.
• Create design variations of existing components (body/flow configurations, revised end connections).
• Apply GD&T in accordance with drafting standards and manufacturing requirements.
• Prepare accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and drawing packages to support purchasing, manufacturing, and assembly.
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and clarity prior to release.
• Maintain document control, revision tracking, and drafting standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Purchasing to resolve drawing inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent workload management

Multi-project handling

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma in Drafting/Design Technology

Tools

Autodesk software

Job description

Location: Stafford, TX

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Pay: $75,000 per year

About the Role

Openwork is hiring on behalf of our client they are an industrial manufacturer expanding our engineering team due to continuous company growth! They are seeking an immediate, detail-oriented Drafter / Designer to join our fast-paced manufacturing environment.

In this role, you will work alongside our Design Engineering team to translate design layouts and concepts into clear, accurate, production-ready drawings and parts lists with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate engineering concepts, sketches, and markups into complete, production-ready mechanical documentation.
• Develop detail, fabrication, machining, assembly, and general arrangement (GA) drawings.
• Create design variations of existing components (such as body/flow configurations and revised end connections).
• Apply appropriate dimensioning and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) based on standard drafting practices and manufacturing requirements.
• Prepare accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and drawing packages to support purchasing, manufacturing, and assembly operations.
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and clarity prior to release.
• Maintain strict document control, revision tracking, and drafting standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Purchasing to resolve drawing-related inquiries.

Qualifications

• Software: Proven proficiency with Autodesk software and standard drafting techniques.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of dimensional tolerancing and GD&T.
• Experience: Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and develop complex mechanical drawings.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Working knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes, materials, and mechanical assembly.
• Independence: Ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to producing reliable documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior drafting experience in valves, pressure vessels, or heavy industrial equipment design.
• Experience with Engineering Change Notices/Orders (ECN/ECO) and revision control procedures.
• Associate degree, technical diploma, or formal certification in Drafting/Design Technology (or equivalent experience).