Project Drafter

Metromont Corporation; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Metromont Corporation in Winchester, VA is seeking a Project Drafter to design and prepare CAD working plans for complex projects, using AutoCAD, Revit, and related tools. You will coordinate drafting with engineers and architects, revise plans to meet changing specifications, and ensure compliance with safety rules.

An associate degree and two years' drafting experience are preferred. Opportunities to learn BIM workflows and to support field teams, with potential for career growth within a

Qualifications

• Minimum two years drafting experience.
• Able to efficiently read blueprints and drawings.
• Able to create detailed electronic (CAD) working plans from data.
• Coordinates drafting work with engineers and architects.
• Follow established technical specifications to prepare drawings.
• Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes.
• Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare electronic (CAD) working plans, charts, and/or scale drawings for complex projects from observation, measurements, sketches, and specifications
• Prepare layouts, charts, detailed scale drawings, and material and equipment requirements from sketches, specifications, and standard layouts provided by customers, consultants, and/or departmental contacts
• Review and manipulate electronic files received from consultants and departmental contacts
• Coordinate drafting work with engineers and architects
• Revise computer-aided designs and plans to comply with modified specifications made during actual construction
• Provide technical guidance and direction to the drafting staff in the interpretation and implementation of specifications and requirements and the procurement and use of CAD files
• Identify problems or inconsistencies in the plans, data, and specifications
• Consult with engineers as needed to resolve questions
• Procure CAD and or Revit files
• Must adhere to all Metromont and OSHA safety rules and regulations

Skills

Blueprint reading

CAD drafting

Coordination with engineers

Adaptability

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's Degree in Design/Architecture or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

BeamWiz

TeeWiz

Revit

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE

The Project Drafter designs and prepares plans and scale drawings for complex projects, integrating skilled architectural/engineering drafting methods and procedures with the operation and application of computer-aided design (CAD) equipment and software.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and prepare electronic (CAD) working plans, charts, and/or scale drawings for complex projects from observation, measurements, sketches, and specifications
• Prepare layouts, charts, detailed scale drawings, and material and equipment requirements from sketches, specifications, and standard layouts provided by customers, consultants, and/or departmental contacts
• Review and manipulate electronic files received from consultants and departmental contacts
• Coordinate drafting work with engineers and architects
• Revise computer-aided designs and plans to comply with modified specifications made during actual construction
• Provide technical guidance and direction to the drafting staff in the interpretation and implementation of specifications and requirements and the procurement and use of CAD files
• Identify problems or inconsistencies in the plans, data, and specifications
• Consult with engineers as needed to resolve questions
• Procure CAD and or Revit files
• Must adhere to all Metromont and OSHA safety rules and regulations

SCOPE OF AUTHORITY

• Under direct supervision of Drafting Manager
• Frequently interacts with Engineering, Production, and Project Management

CHARACTERISTICS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Minimum two (2) years drafting experience
• Able to efficiently read blueprints and drawings
• Able to create detailed electronic (CAD) working plans from data
• Coordinates drafting work with engineers and architects
• Follow established technical specifications to prepare drawings
• Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes
• Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors

EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY

• Associate's Degree in Design, Architecture, or related field with coursework in computer-aided design (CAD)
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, BeamWiz, TeeWiz, and Revit preferred
• Minimum 2 years drafting experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

• Typically works in an office environment
• Typically works inside in an open (cubicle) office environment
• Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; schedule flexibility may be required to meet deadlines

PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (PPE)

• Safety glasses
• High-visibility vest
• Hard hat
• Steel-toed shoes
• Hearing protection

PPE only required when working in the plant

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is an office position which requires sitting, standing, and walking.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties as assigned may be required. All associates are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with Metromont's core values and to actively participate in all company safety, training, and observation programs.