Engineering Detailer/Drafter

Altorfer Inc; Bartonville (IL); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Tool reimbursement

Job summary

Altorfer Inc. is seeking an Engineering Detailer/Drafter to design and detail 2D/3D drawings for skids, bases, and enclosures using AutoCAD and Inventor.

You will convert engineer and customer inputs into build-ready fabrication drawings and BOMs, collaborating with Project Management, Engineering, and the Fab Shop to keep drawings production-ready. The role requires 2+ years in Inventor and AutoCAD, with CAT tool experience highly desirable and strong attention to detail in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of drafting in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong 2D drafting in AutoCAD; 3D modeling in Inventor within the last year.

Responsibilities

• Create clear 2D/3D drawings for skids, bases, enclosures, and wiring layouts using CAD standards.
• Turn inputs into build-ready fabrication drawings and BOMs.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Fab Shop to resolve questions and keep drawings production-ready.
• Maintain and update drawing sets with redlines and revisions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Flexibility

Deadline-driven

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

CAT® tools

Job description

Working Hours/Days

Monday - Friday 7:00A-3:00P

Overview

Power the data centres, hospitals, and other mission-critical facilities of tomorrow—designing both rugged rental products and stationary generator-set packages that keep them online. As an Engineering Detailer/Drafter you’ll work in a unique manufacturing and dealer environment, leveraging AutoCAD and Inventor skills to create and detail drawings for parts, weldments and assemblies.

Basic Duties

• Create clear 2D/3D drawings for skids, bases, enclosures, fuel/cooling/exhaust, and wiring layouts using company CAD standards.
• Turn engineer/customer inputs into build‑ready fabrication drawings and BOMs.
• Work with Project Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, and the Fab Shop to resolve questions and keep drawings production‑ready.
• Keep drawing sets current—apply redlines, revisions, and as‑built updates; maintain files and version control.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with Inventor and Autocad in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with Caterpillar toolsets (CAT® ET, CAT® Monitoring Software, SIS Web, TMI, EDDC) is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of diesel- and natural-gas generator sets is preferred, not required.
• Expert-level 2D drafting in AutoCAD; 3D modeling experience required in the last year (Inventor preferred, or comparable platforms accepted)
• Microsoft Office.
• Highly organized, flexible and have the ability to work necessary hours in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient communications, interpersonal and organizational skills.

Altorfer Inc. offers an industry leading compensation and benefit package:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and Funeral Leave
• Paid Time Off: Prorated 80 hours of PTO + 1 Floating Holiday
• Education Assistance
• Personal Tool Insurance, and Safety Equipment Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental Insurance, Accident, Critical and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity & Fraud Protection

Payrate: $21.00 - $28.00 per hour

Posted Min

USD $21.00/Hr.

Posted Max

USD $28.00/Hr.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Work is normally performed both indoors and outdoors with moderate noise conditions. Limited exposure to all weather conditions is associated with this position. Physical requirements may include speaking, listening, writing, typing, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying lift up to 20lbs, sitting for extended periods, and managing stress. Occasionally required to walk or stand for short durations on manufacturing floors or job sites. Job hazards may include tripping, slipping, falling, jobsite hazards, hand injuries, driving related hazards, equipment movement, overexertion due to stress and fatigue. Required to follow all safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment depending on the environment or location. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. The noise level in the office environment is usually moderate to low. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. Occasional travel may be required. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer? At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the “A-Team” and is critical to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work with a remarkable team of people.