Mechanical Designer/Drafter

Vitrek Corporation; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Competitive pay based on experience

Paid Time Off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

MTI Instruments, a Vitrek company, is seeking a Mechanical Designer/Drafter to support Albany product development. This full-time, onsite role collaborates with a local engineering team and the larger Vitrek family to tackle complex design challenges.

You will create 2D/3D CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and electrical files using AutoCAD, Inventor, and SolidWorks, and you will work with SAP and ECN systems to ensure design integrity.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in an ABET-accredited Engineering Technology program.
• 2+ years of mechanical design and drafting experience.
• Proficiency in 2D design using AutoCAD Mechanical.
• Experience with 3D modeling in Inventor and/or SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 drawing standards and proficient communication.

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and maintain engineering documentation under supervision.
• Develop 2D/3D CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and electrical files.
• Support and lead design tasks, prototyping and testing.
• Collaborate with AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, SAP, ECN systems, and Adobe/Office tools.

Skills

2D CAD

3D CAD

Engineering drawings

Prototyping support

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology (ABET-accredited)

Tools

Autodesk AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

SAP Business One

ECN systems

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

Now Hiring: Mechanical Designer/Drafter

Location: Albany, NY 12205 (Hybrid options may be available) Schedule: Full-Time Salary: $70,000 - $85,000

Join Our Growing Engineering Team!

MTI Instruments, a Vitrek company, is seeking a Mechanical Designer/Drafter to support our expanding product development initiatives. This full-time, onsite role is based in Albany, NY, where you'll collaborate with a local engineering team while also working with the larger Vitrek family to solve complex design challenges. You will report to the Mechanical Team Manager and play a critical role in our innovation process.

What You’ll Do:

• Create, update, and maintain engineering documentation under the guidance of the Mechanical Team Manager.
• Develop 2D/3D CAD solid models, technical drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and electrical design files.
• Support and lead design tasks, assisting in the building and testing of prototype products.
• Work with Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, SAP Business One, Engineering Change Notice (ECN) systems, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, and more.

Why Join Us?

• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Competitive Compensation – Based on experience and expertise.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Accrued leave for a healthy work-life balance.
• Career Growth Opportunities – Be part of a rapidly expanding company with room to advance.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Proficiency in 2D design using Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical.
• 3D Solid Modeling experience in Autodesk Inventor and/or SolidWorks.
• Associate degree (or higher) in a relevant Engineering Technology discipline from an ABET-accredited college/university.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design and drafting.
• Strong understanding of engineering concepts and experience in mechanical system and product design.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with machine tools (lathes, mills, CNC, additive manufacturing).
• Knowledge of drawing documentation standards (ASME Y14.5).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Join MTI Instruments & Be Part of Something Innovative!

Pay Range

USD $70,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.