Solidworks Drafter (Hybrid)

Intralox; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Paid time off & holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Intralox is seeking a Solidworks Drafter to support engineers, project managers, and field service technicians in designing, developing, and installing industrial equipment worldwide. You will create 2D drawings and 3D solid models, maintain the Bills of Materials, and manage the PDM system to ensure accurate documentation across projects.

The role requires an associate degree or technical training in drafting, plus 2+ years of SolidWorks experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical/vocational training in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Self-managed, detail oriented, team-player with good written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Fluent in written/spoken English.
• SolidWorks or ProEngineer (or equivalent) 3D software experience.
• Experience with operating within a PDM system.
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with 2D drawings and 3D solid modeling for new equipment, product design changes and plant layouts.
• Create/maintain bills of materials for the manufacturing of equipment.
• Assist engineers with large and/or emergency projects as needed.
• Follow field work as needed for context (e.g. research problems, monitor tests, installations and startups).

Skills

SolidWorks

2D drawings

3D modeling

PDM system

Sheet metal

Pro/E

English fluency

CAD experience

Mechanical competence

Education

Associate degree / technical training in Drafting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Oracle

Job description

Intralox has an opening for a Solidworks Drafter to assist engineers, project managers, and field service technicians, as needed, with the design, development, and installation of industrial equipment for our customers.

Intralox is a division of Laitram, L.L.C., with an extensive portfolio of innovative conveyance solutions and services that improve lives and optimize businessesworldwide.

Our global workforce of over 3,000 employees in 20+ countries consist of reliable problem solvers, continuously developing and directly delivering solutions that have driven our customers' growth worldwide for more than 50 years.

Intralox was founded on the principle of doing the right thing, by treating customers, employees, and suppliers with honesty, fairness, and respect. We invest heavily in these values and aim to practice our business philosophy principles every day, which is why we have been consistently recognized for innovation and workplace excellence. We believe in the power of a good idea no matter where it comes from, using trust as the foundation to how we work, and that self-managed people are our greatest asset.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Creating Solidworks drawings and solid models for new projects
• Incorporating drawing changes for product improvement and produce "As Built" drawings
• Maintaining project Bill of Materials
• Communicate with fabricators and vendors about technical aspects of the equipment
• Managing the group's PDM system

Responsibilities:

• Assist engineers with 2D drawings and 3D solid modeling for new equipment, product design changes and plant layouts
• Create/maintain bills of materials for the manufacturing of equipment
• Assist engineers with large and/or emergency projects as needed
• Follow field work as needed for context (e.g. research problems, monitor tests, installations and startups)

Requirements:

• Associate degree or technical/vocational training in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field, or 2+ years of experience using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Self-managed, detail oriented, team-player with good written and oral communication skills
• Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Fluent in written/spoken English
• SolidWorks or ProEngineer (or equivalent) 3D software experience
• Experience with operating within a PDM system
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication
• CAD experience
• Mechanically competent

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• SolidWorks Certifications:
• Certified SolidWorks Professional - Advanced Sheet Metal (CSWPA-SM)
• Certified SolidWorks Professional Advanced Drawing Tools (CSWPA-DT).
• Proficient with Microsoft Project and Oracle products
• College or vocational/technical degree

At Intralox, you will:

• Contribute directly to the design and delivery of innovative industrial equipment used by customers around the world.
• Work closely with engineers, project managers, and field service technicians in a collaborative, problem-solving environment.
• Be part of a company built on trust, self-management, and respect, where ideas are valued regardless of title or tenure.
• Join a stable, growing global organization that invests in long-term relationships and continuous improvement.

What We Offer (Benefits & Development)

Intralox offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to grow their technical skills and build a long-term career in a values-driven company. Our total rewards typically include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package (such as medical, dental, vision, and other health-related benefits)
• Retirement savings options
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities
• A workplace recognized for innovation and workplace excellence

To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our Careers website.

This position is located in the Greater New Orleans area. Will be required to work on campus (hybrid).