New Crane Designer/Drafter

Crane 1 Services; Charlotte (NC); In loco; USD 55.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Crane 1 Services seeks a Drafter/Designer to lead creation of detailed production and field drawings for overhead crane and runway structures. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and field teams to design turnkey material handling solutions, using SolidWorks or comparable 3D tools and maintaining accuracy and weld documentation.

The role emphasizes mentorship of junior designers, adherence to industry codes, and clear communication across departments to support fabrication and

Competenze

• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks or other 3D modeling platforms.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assemblies, welding practices, and structural components.
• Experience preparing detailed fabrication drawings and Bills of Materials.
• Familiarity with AWS D1.1 and/or AWS D14.1 welding standards and other industry codes.
• Familiarity with overhead crane systems, lifting equipment, or structural fabrication preferred.
• Excellent technical communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.

Mansioni

• Develop multi-view production and installation drawings using SolidWorks with minimal supervision.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, engineering requirements, and customer specifications.
• Annotate drawings using AWS weld symbols and other standardized symbols for fabrication and assembly.

Conoscenze

SolidWorks

3D modeling

Mechanical design

AWS D1.1 knowledge

Overhead crane systems

Communication

Attention to detail

Project multitasking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Drafting

Strumenti

Inventor/Creo

MS Office

MS Project

Descrizione del lavoro

The Drafter/Designer is responsible for leading the development of detailed production and field drawings used by our manufacturing facilities and installation teams for overhead crane and runway structure fabrication. This role serves as a key technical resource, ensuring designs meet engineering standards, customer specifications, and industry codes.

The Drafter works closely with engineering, manufacturing, project management, and field installation teams to develop accurate and efficient design solutions for turnkey material handling projects. Must be proficient in SolidWorks or 3D modeling , combined with strong mechanical design knowledge and exceptional attention to detail, is essential for success in this position.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop multi-view production and installation drawings using SolidWorks and with minimal supervision.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, engineering requirements, and customer specifications.
• Properly annotate drawings using AWS weld symbols and other standardized symbols to clearly communicate fabrication and assembly requirements.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) to accurately define all components of designed equipment.
• Review and verify design accuracy prior to release to manufacturing and installation teams.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior designers and draftsmen.
• Collaborate with engineering, electrical, structural, civil, and installation teams to support turnkey project execution.
• Support manufacturing and field installation teams by providing technical guidance, drawing clarification, and problem resolution.
• Assist with design reviews and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, manufacturability, and installation performance.
• Develop technical documentation, specifications, and procedures for internal and customer use.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving design-related issues during fabrication or installation.

Drafter/Designer Skills and Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in mechanical design, drafting, or related manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks is strongly preferred or other 3D modeling software platform.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assemblies, welding practices, and structural components.
• Experience preparing detailed fabrication drawings and Bills of Materials.
• Knowledge of AWS D1.1 and/or AWS D14.1 welding standards and other applicable industry codes preferred.
• Familiarity with overhead crane systems, lifting equipment, or structural fabrication is strongly preferred.
• Excellent technical communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Experience reviewing designs and providing technical guidance to other designers is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Drafting, or a related technical field preferred.
• Technical Skills:
• SolidWorks (strongly preferred)
• Autodesk Inventor, Revit, Creo, or other commercial 3D applications.
• Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook
• Familiarity with project management tools such as MS Project desired.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Crane 1 Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We believe in fostering a supportive environment where every employee is valued and given the opportunity to succeed.