Solidwork Drafter

GOLDEN MANUFACTURING; North Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Boat Lifts in North Fort Myers, FL, is seeking a SolidWorks Drafter for R&D to create 3D models and drawings for boat lifts and docks.

You will turn concepts into testable models, work with drafting and production teams, and help improve existing products while meeting deadlines.

Typical tasks include modeling parts, preparing drawings for prototypes, and maintaining organized engineering files.

Qualifications

• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Use and understand basic measuring tools and techniques.
• Ability to multitask, positive attitude, dependable, and self-motivated.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Lift up to 30 LBS. Occasionally, 15 LBS. Frequently, 10 LBS Overhead

Responsibilities

• Support new product development: Help turn ideas for new boat lifts, docks, and product improvements into detailed models and drawings.
• Create in 3D: Use SolidWorks to model parts and assemblies and prepare drawings for prototypes and production.
• Improve designs: Revise models and drawings based on team feedback, testing results, and current production standards.
• Work with production: Help the team understand drawings, address questions, and make sure parts fit and work as intended.
• Make clear reference materials: Prepare layouts and illustrations that help others understand our products.
• Keep files organized: Maintain drawing files, product information, and the engineering database.
• Keep projects moving: Gather the information you need, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Support the team: Follow company standards and procedures, and help with other related tasks as needed.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical skills

MS Office

Measuring tools

Multitasking

Positive attitude

Dependable

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Time management

Desk work

Lifting up to 30 lbs

Education

SolidWorks experience

R&D experience preferred

Machining knowledge a plus

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Description

SolidWorks Drafter - Research & Development

Help create our next generation of boat lifts and docks.

Golden Boat Lifts is looking for a motivated, tech-savvy, and creative SolidWorks Drafter to join our team, with a focus on research and development (R&D). You'll create 3D models and drawings that help us develop new products and improve the ones we build today.

In this role, you'll do more than update drawings. You'll help explore new ideas, work through design challenges, and turn concepts into models that can be built and tested. You'll work independently on assigned projects while working closely with our drafting and production teams. If you enjoy working with technology, solving problems, and seeing your work become a finished product, this is an opportunity to build your drafting career.

What You'll Do:

• Support new product development: Help turn ideas for new boat lifts, docks, and product improvements into detailed models and drawings.
• Create in 3D: Use SolidWorks to model parts and assemblies and prepare drawings for prototypes and production.
• Improve designs: Revise models and drawings based on team feedback, testing results, and current production standards.
• Work with production: Help the team understand drawings, address questions, and make sure parts fit and work as intended.
• Make clear reference materials: Prepare layouts and illustrations that help others understand our products.
• Keep files organized: Maintain drawing files, product information, and the engineering database.
• Keep projects moving: Gather the information you need, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Support the team: Follow company standards and procedures, and help with other related tasks as needed.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Use and understand basic measuring tools and techniques.
• Ability to multitask, positive attitude, dependable, and self-motivated.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Lift up to 30 LBS. Occasionally, 15 LBS. Frequently, 10 LBS Overhead

Minimum Education and Experience:

• One year of SolidWorks experience required. Experience in research and development is preferred
• Knowledge of machining and other manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, and the ability to prioritize.