Drafter & Estimator for Stainless Vent Systems

Van Packer; Buda (TX, IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Ongoing professional development and培训

Job summary

Van-Packer Company is seeking a Drafter/Estimator to convert drawings and specifications into accurate system layouts and cost estimates for stainless steel chimney exhaust and kitchen grease duct systems. You will collaborate with sales, engineers, and manufacturing to ensure designs meet listings and are fabrication-ready.

The role emphasizes drafting and estimating work with training provided on products and standards; candidates with a solid drafting or estimating background are encouraged

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent hands-on drafting/ME tech experience.
• Strong SolidWorks; AutoCAD a plus.
• Experience in mechanical drafting, estimating or quoting.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and architectural drawings.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Analyze architectural and mechanical drawings, project specifications and bid documents to define the scope, materials and configuration of each exhaust system.
• Develop system layouts, detail drawings and shop drawings in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Prepare cost estimates and formal quotations, including material takeoffs, labor estimates and bills of material.
• Assemble submittal packages, installation instructions and engineering specifications for customer and inspector review.
• Serve as a technical resource to the sales team, specifying engineers and contractors on product selection and application questions.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to confirm that quoted designs are practical to fabricate and consistent with applicable listings.
• Recommend design alternatives that reduce cost while maintaining quality, code compliance and listing integrity.
• Manage multiple active projects at once and meet bid and submittal deadlines.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Mechanical drafting

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Associate degree in drafting or MET

Tools

ERP software

Quoting/configurator software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Van-Packer Company is seeking a Drafter/Estimator to convert drawings and specifications into accurate system layouts and cost estimates for stainless steel chimney exhaust and kitchen grease duct systems. You will collaborate with sales, engineers, and manufacturing to ensure designs meet listings and are fabrication-ready.

The role emphasizes drafting and estimating work with training provided on products and standards; candidates with a solid drafting or estimating background are encouraged