Mechanical Drafter: MV Switchgear & E-House (SolidWorks)

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.; Champlin (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/ESST

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Vision and Dental Insurance

401K / Life Insurance / STD

Job summary

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. in Champlin, MN is seeking a Mechanical Drafter to design and document medium voltage switchgear, E-House systems, and related power distribution equipment.

You will create 3D models and fabrication drawings for engineered-to-order products, collaborating with engineering and manufacturing. The ideal candidate has 2-4+ years drafting in industrial environments and is proficient with SolidWorks, 2D/3D drafting, and BOM management.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 2-4 years of drafting or mechanical design experience in industrial, manufacturing, or power distribution environments.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, 2D and 3D drafting practices, and BOM creation and revision management.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications and fabrication requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced engineered-to-order manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain 3D models and detailed fabrication drawings using SolidWorks
• Produce engineering documentation including general arrangement drawings, switchgear assembly layouts, structural support drawings, bus and compartment layouts, equipment mounting details, skid and base assembly drawings, E-House structural and mechanical layouts, sheet metal and welded assembly details, BOMs
• Support development and modification of medium voltage switchgear designs, modular power enclosures, and related assemblies
• Incorporate engineering updates, manufacturing redlines, and production feedback into released drawings
• Coordinate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are accurate and manufacturable
• Assist with drawing revisions and document updates within the PLM system
• Support standardization of drafting practices, templates, and reusable design components
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company drafting standards

Skills

SolidWorks proficiency

2D drafting

3D drafting

BOM creation & revision

interpret engineering specs

attention to detail

multi-project management

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting/Mechanical Design/Engineering Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. in Champlin, MN is seeking a Mechanical Drafter to design and document medium voltage switchgear, E-House systems, and related power distribution equipment.

You will create 3D models and fabrication drawings for engineered-to-order products, collaborating with engineering and manufacturing. The ideal candidate has 2-4+ years drafting in industrial environments and is proficient with SolidWorks, 2D/3D drafting, and BOM management.