Drafter II

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401k with generous match

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Union Tank Car Company, part of Marmon Holdings, is seeking a CAD Drafter to create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for tank car components. You will interpret rough sketches and engineer calculations to ensure production-ready designs.

The role focuses on coordinating with engineers, verifying drawings to standards, and contributing to continuous improvement on drafting processes. On-site with potential overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Familiarity with 3D modeling tools.
• Knowledge of drafting standards and material specifications.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed drawings and models from verbal and written specifications.
• Review drawings against specifications and standards.
• Plan and prepare 2D/3D designs, coordinating with engineers.
• Specify dimensions, weights, and material requirements.
• Resolve design discrepancies and implement changes.
• Develop and finalize drawings for production review.
• Maintain project drawing files and documentation.
• Provide technical assistance to the team and mentor drafters.

Skills

CAD software

3D modeling

Education

Associate’s degree in CAD or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

MicroStation

Job description

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As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

This position is responsible for creating detailed technical drawings with computer-aided design (CAD) software based on rough sketches, specifications and calculations from engineers. Designs feature the relationship between various tank car mechanical parts and systems along with information about the materials to be used in production, as well as dimensions of the product being manufactured. The drafter reviews engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards. Collaborates with design originators to resolve discrepancies between original drawings and final CAD designs.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Create detailed drawings and models from verbal and written specifications that are obtained from the Designer, Project Leader, Project Engineer or Drafting Manager.

• Research and review drawing files and other sources such as manufacturers catalogs, customer specification sheets and Union Tank Car Design Manual.

• Plans and prepares preliminary designs and specifications, working with both 3D and 2D design, ensuring adherence to company and industry standards. These designs are again reviewed and discussed with the engineering team to identify and implement any changes or additions to the current design and features.

• Calculate and specify dimensions, weight limitations and requirements in materials.

• Resolve any potential issues and redesigns to improve functionality.

• Develop 2D drawings by analyzing prototypes and 3D models.

• Finalize design by checking dimension of parts, materials to be used, relation of one part to another, and relation of various parts to whole structure or project.

• Ensure final design complies with regulations and quality standards.

• Prepare and present drawings for final review.

• Maintains project drawing files, associated records and documentation.

• Complete project responsibilities within scope, budget and schedule.

• Provide timely technical assistance and solutions to the team.

• Participate in and actively supports quality projects, activities and Responsible Care initiatives to ensure that the Company achieves its goals.

• Provide a leadership/mentor role to our drafters.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate’s degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Familiarity with 3D modeling tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SolidWorks and MicroStation software experience

Work Environment & Schedule:

• Must comply with all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols
• On-site work arrangement: 5 days a week, with the ability and availability to work overtime as operational needs require.

Disclaimer:

Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

It is the policy of Union Tank Car Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, and to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons in all jobs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation, gender identify, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic protected by the law.

Why Join Our Team?

• Tuition reimbursement program
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company-paid STD & LTD
• 401k with generous company match
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement
• 4 Week Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday pay
• Paid Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.