Mechanical Drafter

The Bexar Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bexar Company is seeking an early-career CAD Designer/Drafter to turn engineering concepts into detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for manufacturing. You will produce precise drawings and BOMs and work closely with Engineers to ensure design intent is clearly captured for production.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and eager to learn CAD/design standards. Office-based with occasional plant visits, you will grow by taking on defined projects and progressively

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Design, Drafting, Engineering Technology or related field is a plus.
• 0–5+ years of design/drafting experience.
• Entry-level candidates with strong CAD training will be considered.
• Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Support Engineering on new and existing projects from initial design through product launch.
• Create precise 2D drawings and 3D models of components and assemblies.
• Develop detailed drawings, sketches, and notes that meet engineering design and manufacturing standards.
• Ensure drawings include views, dimensions, tolerances, and specifications for manufacturing.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) with material specs, quantities, and part information.
• Process product and design changes through ECNs and internal task system.
• Collaborate with Engineers throughout design and development.
• Participate in weekly project planning meetings to align CAD/design and Engineering.
• Work on defined design projects and progressively manage assigned projects with oversight.
• Utilize Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD to create and modify drawings and models.
• Support basic prototyping activities as needed.

Skills

2D CAD

3D CAD

Drawing interpretation

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree or technical certification in Design/Drafting/Engineering Technology

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Transform HVAC system design concepts into accurate, detailed, and clear 3D models and technical drawings for Engineering and Manufacturing.

This position will work closely with Engineers and other stakeholders to create manufacturing documentation, bills of materials (BOMs), and product drawings based on engineering specifications and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Engineering on new and existing projects from initial design through product launch.


• Create precise 2D drawings and 3D models of individual components and assemblies.


• Develop detailed drawings, sketches, and notes that meet engineering design and manufacturing standards.


• Ensure drawings incorporate all necessary views, dimensions, tolerances, and specifications required for manufacturing.


• Create and maintain complete Bills of Materials (BOMs), including:


• Material specifications


• Quantities


• Part information


• Process product and design changes through Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and the internal task system.


• Collaborate closely with Engineers throughout the design and development process.


• Participate in weekly project planning meetings to ensure alignment between CAD/design and Engineering.


• Work on clearly defined design projects and, as experience develops, manage assigned projects with appropriate oversight.


• Utilize Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD to create and modify drawings and models.


• Support basic prototyping activities as needed.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate degree or technical certification in Design, Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field is a plus.


• 0–5+ years of design/drafting experience.


• Entry-level candidates with strong CAD training will be considered.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software.


• Experience with Autodesk Inventor strongly preferred.


• AutoCAD experience preferred.


• Ability to create and interpret technical drawings.


• Basic understanding of manufacturing drawings, dimensions, and specifications.


• Basic prototyping skills.


• Ability and willingness to learn engineering design standards and processes.


• Interest in continued technical training and professional development.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an early-career CAD Designer/Drafter who enjoys turning engineering concepts into detailed models and drawings that can actually be manufactured.

They should be:

• Detail-oriented and accurate


• Comfortable working closely with Engineers


• Mechanically inclined


• Interested in manufacturing and product design


• Eager to learn and develop their CAD/design skills


• Able to take direction while gradually becoming more independent

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based position.


• Occasional visits to manufacturing facilities.


• Must be comfortable walking and standing during facility visits.


• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.


• Must follow all required manufacturing-site safety procedures and protocols.