Drafter II

Compass Water Solutions, Inc.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Water Solutions, Inc. is looking for a Design Drafter II to design project-specific industrial water treatment systems. The role involves creating 3D models, 2D drawings, and maintaining design revisions while collaborating with project management and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate degree in Drafting or CAD Technology, along with 2-3 years of design experience. Proficiency in software like Autodesk Inventor and SolidWorks is necessary, along with familiarity with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of design experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with 3D and 2D design software.
• Familiarity with PLM and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications to prepare system layouts.
• Prepare 3D models and assemblies.
• Develop new designs and maintain design revisions.
• Coordinate with project managers to establish functions.

Skills

3D design software proficiency

2D design software proficiency

Mechanical design experience

Sheet metal design

Weldment design

Education

Associate degree in Drafting or CAD Technology

8 years of mechanical engineering experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Autodesk Vault

Microsoft Dynamics 365

SAP

Job description

Job Summary

CECO Environmental is a global leader in providing sustainable solutions for industrial air, water, and energy transition. Since 1966, we have addressed the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Our mission is to protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment across industries such as renewable energy, semiconductor manufacturing, power generation, and water treatment.

The Design Drafter II is responsible for designing project‑specific industrial water treatment systems, including heater, wastewater filtration, clean water filtration, and RO system, based on available standards to meet customer specifications. The drafter will create 3D models, 2D drawings, sheet metal flat patterns, and add parts and assemblies to an ERP system, as well as review designs of other drafters. The Drafter II facilitates internal workflow and collaborates with Project Management, Engineering, Planning, Purchasing, and Production.

Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications and follow the project engineer’s instructions to prepare system layouts.
• Prepare 3D models and assemblies using applicable standards.
• Develop new ETO and standard designs.
• Prepare 2D drawings, BOMs, and laser cutting files.
• Add new parts and assemblies to the ERP system.
• Maintain design revisions using the ECO‑ECN process via PLM and ERP systems.
• Coordinate with project managers and engineers to establish essential functions and deadlines for project completion.
• Determine appropriate methods to create drawings using either a CAD template customized to the client’s requirements, a standard template, or by updating an existing CAD file.
• Review drawings from other drafters to ensure alignment with scoping and corporate drafting standards.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting or CAD Technology with 2‑3 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform essential duties (8 years of mechanical engineering experience in lieu of degree).
• Design experience, including sheet metal and weldment designs of 1‑2 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with 3D and 2D design software packages such as Autodesk Inventor (preferred), SolidWorks, and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with PLM packages such as Autodesk Vault (preferred), SolidWorks PDM, and Teamcenter.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 and SAP.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the water treatment industry.
• Knowledge of design for six sigma (DFSS) and lean manufacturing.
• Experience developing standards using Autodesk Inventor iAssemblies.

Licensing / Certifications

• Hands‑on design test of Autodesk Inventor proficiency will be conducted.

ADA Requirements

Positions in this function typically require tasks such as typing, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions, as well as concentrated mental and visual attention for high‑accuracy tasks with sustained hand and eye coordination.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CECO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination or harassment.