Engineering Drafter

Vode Lighting; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Yearly bonus

Health and Dental plans

401K plan with matching funds

Job summary

Vode Lighting is seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer/Drafter to create technical drawings and documentation based on engineer designs. This position is vital to the development team and focuses on manufacturing specifications.

The ideal candidate should have 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing processes and skills in Solidworks and other design software. The role offers a dynamic work environment along with health benefits and a yearly bonus.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years professional experience in manufacturing processes, including sheet metal and extrusions.
• 1-2 years’ experience in electromechanical design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Translate CAD designs into technical documents for various departments.
• Create manufacturing shop drawings and manage BOMs.
• Perform 3D CAD engineering using Solidworks.

Skills

Solidworks

Technical Drawing

Communication Skills

Manufacturing Processes

Electromechanical Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Illustrator

Sketchup

Job description

Job Description

THIS IS NOT A POSITION FOR ARCHITECTURAL OR CIVIL ENGINEERING DRAFTERS

We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Designer/Drafter with Solidworks experience and experience with other design software (AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, Sketchup, etc.) to create technical drawings based on the designs provided by engineers. Candidate must be able to translate designs and specifications delivered by mechanical engineers into a wide variety of technical documents for engineering, manufacturing, assembly/production, operations and marketing.

This highly visible position reports directly to the Engineering Manager and is critical to the success of our development efforts. Candidate must have a great work ethic, juggle competing demands, meet deadlines, and fit in with our diverse and energetic team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Drafter that thrives in a creative, dynamic industry and work environment. Attention to detail is a must.

Responsibilities

• Translate 3D CAD designs and specifications delivered by mechanical engineers into a wide variety of technical documents for engineering, manufacturing, assembly/production, operations and marketing, including product specs, system specs, manufacturing drawings, assembly instructions, installation guides and all other relevant documentation.
• Manufacturing shop drawings will be a critical role for this position. Accurate creation, documentation and implementation of information into MRP/ERP systems is essential to allow for lower cycle times through production and minimize waste.
• Perform 3D CAD Engineering using Solidworks and other computer programs to create technical drawings based on the designs provided by engineers, including dimensioning, tolerancing, standard drawing layouts for manufacturing and assembly. Produce and verify documentation within and according to ANSI standards.
• Interact with cross functional teams to ensure documentation meets the requirements of each department. Create and maintain BOM’s, and assign part numbers.
• Ensure all work is completed on time and within scheduled targets per Engineering Manager.

Qualifications

For this position you will need to demonstrate the following through a cover letter, resume, and work samples.

• 1-3 years professional experience in a variety of manufacturing processes, including sheet metal and extrusions.
• 1-2 years’ experience in electromechanical design.
• Proven track record of excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven track record of independently initiating and maintaining your own workflow.
• Ability to respond well to direction and adjust workflow when requested.
• Ability to maintain focus in an energetic and dynamic work environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines while juggling multiple demands.

Additional Information

Compensation commensurate with experience. Includes the following components: Base salary, incentive plan, and employee benefit program. Reimbursement of all company‑approved business and travel‑related expenses.

• Vacation and sick leave
• Yearly bonus
• Health and Dental plans
• 401K plan with matching funds

Job Location

To be announced.