Drafting Technician

Addison Group; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 37,195 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Mechanical Drafter in Fort Worth, TX. You will be responsible for producing precise construction drawings and engaging in structural design projects. Candidates should have a minimum of 1 year of experience in steel detailing and strong skills in Solidworks. This full-time position offers benefits including medical and vision insurance, plus paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of steel detailing, drafting, or design experience.
• Familiar with basic engineering and design concepts.
• Required ability to utilize Solidworks and other applicable hardware.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed construction drawings for various structures.
• Produce a full range of drawing production work.
• Execute drafts and designs on a variety of projects.

Skills

Steel detailing

Solidworks

Engineering concepts

Collaborative teamwork

Tools

Solidworks

Job description

This range is provided by Addison Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$27.00/hr - $37.00/hr

Title: Mechanical Drafter - Solidworks

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Compensation: $27/hour to $37/hour

Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed construction drawings for steel lighting, utility, telecommunication, and tower structures using structural specifications, engineering calculations, sketches, detailed drawings, and design information according to project standards and procedures.
• Produce a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout, and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Execute drafts and designs on a variety of projects pertaining to the utilities, advanced lighting products, steel monopoles, along with steel and concrete structures. Perform 2D drafting and 3D modeling tasks.
• Execute a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches.
• Execute rough designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects. Prepare structural calculations. Interpret and apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
• Design structural elements and details. Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget, and schedule. Incorporate schedules, budgets, and project criteria into structural design and layouts.
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of steel detailing, drafting, or design experience.
• Familiar with basic engineering and/or design/drafting concepts. Has general understanding of other disciplines’ roles in the design process.
• Required ability to utilize Solidworks and other applicable hardware and software to perform duties.
• Advanced knowledge in the theory and practices of structural discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers) in a multi-disciplined project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives. Able to complete tasks in accordance with project procedures and applicable codes and/or standards.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Seniority level:

Associate

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:

Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing

Addison Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.