On-Site CAD Drafting Lead — SolidWorks Expert

ARA Brand; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc in Madison, AL is seeking a full-time Drafting Lead to develop design drawings from sketches using CAD techniques. The role involves digitizing, editing, and revising drawings of components and assemblies, performing engineering calculations, and ensuring conformance to ANSI and ARA standards.

Candidates should have SolidWorks expertise, ANSI Y14 familiarity, and the ability to work with engineering, design, and production teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years drafting experience or equivalent
• Associates with 8+ years drafting experience
• HS diploma or equivalent with 12+ years drafting experience in manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Develop design drawings from sketches using CAD techniques
• Digitize, edit, and revise engineering drawings of components and assemblies
• Perform engineering calculations, determine scales, and prepare specifications
• Check drawings for conformance to design criteria and standards

Skills

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM

ANSI Y14 drawing standards

Attention to detail

Communication with cross-functional团队

Fabrication and welding knowledge

Advanced drafting techniques

Ability to lift 50 lbs

PPE safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree + drafting experience

Associate’s + drafting experience

HS diploma + drafting experience

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM

Job description

Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc in Madison, AL is seeking a full-time Drafting Lead to develop design drawings from sketches using CAD techniques. The role involves digitizing, editing, and revising drawings of components and assemblies, performing engineering calculations, and ensuring conformance to ANSI and ARA standards.

Candidates should have SolidWorks expertise, ANSI Y14 familiarity, and the ability to work with engineering, design, and production teams.