Drafter III

Capacity; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Capacity/Laymor, a Terex Corporation company, is seeking an experienced CAD Drafter to support engineering and manufacturing teams. You will develop detailed drawings and schematics from specifications, review data, and ensure accurate layouts and BOMs using CAD software.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s degree in engineering technology and 4–7 years of related experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with engineers and production staff in a fast-paced plant

Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAD/CAE software and ability to create and modify drawings from specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed design drawings and specifications from markups and verbal instructions using CAD tools.
• Collaborate with engineers to design, layout, and detail components and systems.
• Review drawings for accuracy, consistency, and manufacturability; update BOMs and documentation.

Skills

CAD/CAE software proficiency

Engineering drawing interpretation

Problem solving

Communication skills

Independent & team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering/Engineering Technology

Job description

For over 45 years, Capacity/Laymor has been the trusted yard truck manufacturer for ports and railway hubs around the world. Though heavy and lighter hauling needs are different, Capacity/Laymor trucks are designed and built to be relentless performers.

Capacity/Laymor trucks is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day.

Job Summary:

Provides routine drafting support, prepares various drawings and schematics derived from a variety of specifications, layouts, blueprints and sketches. Utilizes established techniques, standards and tools like computer aided drafting software to prepare technical drawings. Coordinates and consults with engineers or designers to complete projects. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed design drawings and specifications from markups and verbal instructions using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment.
• Work with and consult other workers to design, lay-out, or detail components and systems and to resolve design or other problems and to ensure projects and tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Review and analyze specifications, sketches, drawings, ideas, and related data to assess factors affecting component designs and the procedures and instructions to be followed.
• Modify and revise designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems.
• Check dimensions of materials to be used to ensure proper fit and function.
• Lay-out and draw schematic, orthographic, or angle views to depict functional relationships of components, assemblies, systems, and machines.
• Keeps abreast of current CAD Standards to maintain continuity during the drawing and bill of material development process.
• Maintains the library of production drawings and bills of material to ensure a central source of current reference information is available and accessible to all departments.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of manufacturing industry and vocational standards preferred.
• CAD and CAE software experience.
• Experience with problem solving techniques (5 why & root cause analysis).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work directly with hourly production employees and leadership concerning manufacturing initiatives and progress updates.
• Strong work ethic, highly motivated, organized, and self-disciplined.
• Versatile, flexible, and willing to work with changing priorities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute concurrent assignments in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong and consistent attention to detail.
• Creative and innovative team player.
• Ability to use sound judgment and make timely decisions.
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.
• Solid PC skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and layout and other written or verbal instructions.
• Capable of effectively presenting information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees in the organization.

Education and/or Experience:

• Associate’s Degree of Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent education preferred.
• Typically requires 4-7 years of related experience.

Work Environment/Conditions:

• General office environment with work on the plant floor as required.

The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and should not be considered a comprehensive statement of duties, activities, responsibilities, and requirements. Additional duties, activities, responsibilities, and requirements may be assigned, with or without notice, at any time. This job description is neither an employment contract nor a promise of work for any specific length of time.

Terex Corporation is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Terex Corporation also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

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