Mechanical Drafter

JADCO Manufacturing, Inc.; Harmony Township (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay

401k retirement plan

Health insurance options

Job summary

JADCO Manufacturing, Inc. in Harmony Township, PA, seeks a Mechanical Drafter to create fabrication and erection drawings in AutoCAD and SolidWorks, supporting the company’s wear- and abrasion-resistant steel products.

You will work across departments to develop BOMs, refine designs, and ensure accuracy while advancing quality, cost efficiency, and performance. Associate degree in CAD and 1–3 years of CAD experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in CAD or related field required.
• 1–3 years CAD design experience, preferably in a steel service center.
• Solid understanding of drafting techniques.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with reverse engineering and measuring tools preferred.
• Experience with 3D scanning and Geomagic Design X a plus.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Complete design specifications by consulting vendors.
• Complete projects from conception to final completion with minimal supervision.
• Develop, prepare, and maintain Bills of Materials for each product being manufactured, including job specific Bills of Materials for custom products.
• Utilize structural concepts and practices, drafting standards, symbols, and engineering terms.
• Suggest changes in design, materials, method of manufacture and assembly, and drafting techniques to improve product quality, cost, and performance.
• Work with other departments within company to ensure drawings convey the correct information and for problem resolution and continuous improvement.

Skills

CAD design

Detail-oriented

Communications

Education

Associate degree in Computer Aided Drafting or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Geomagic Design X

Job description

MECHANICAL DRAFTER

As the global industry leader in wear and abrasion resistant steel, JADCO was founded locally in Harmony in 1980 as a family-owned, American manufacturer of supreme quality impact and abrasion resistant steel products engineered to combat the toughest conditions imaginable. Our four decades of relentless innovation produce the unique alloys and proprietary manufacturing processes to create the toughest, longest lasting wear steels found on the planet.

JADCO offers the opportunity to progress and reimagine your design career with a leading manufacturing company that boasts a talented and collaborative team. The JADCO Mechanical Drafter will create and detail fabrication and erection drawings in AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

What will I do?

• Complete design specifications by consulting vendors.
• Complete projects from conception to final completion with minimal supervision.
• Develop, prepare, and maintain complete Bills of Materials for each product being manufactured, including job specific Bills of Materials for custom products.
• Utilize structural concepts and practices, drafting standards, symbols, and engineering terms.
• Suggest changes in design, materials, method of manufacture and assembly, and drafting techniques to improve product quality, cost, and performance.
• Work with other departments within company to ensure drawings convey the correct information and for problem resolution and continuous improvement.

Job Qualifications & Requirements

• Associate degree in Computer Aided Drafting or related field is required
• Must have 1-3 years of experience in CAD design, preferably in a steel service center
• Solid understanding of drafting techniques
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with reverse engineering and the associated measuring tools preferred
• Experience with 3D scanning technology is a plus
• Experience with Geomagic Design X software is a plus
• Communications Proficiency (both verbal and written).
• Ability to prioritize and multitask assigned projects with proven detail-orientation
• Sense of humor required.

We offer competitive pay, vacation pay, 401k retirement plan and several health insurance options including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD and life insurance for employees. JADCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.