Structural Drafter

Interlake Mecalux, Inc.; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading industrial solutions company in Melrose Park, IL is seeking an experienced Drafter to create technical drawings and quotations for storage rack projects. This full-time position demands a solid understanding of structural engineering principles and familiarity with AutoCAD or SolidWorks. Benefits include competitive compensation, a comprehensive 401(k) plan, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of previous related experience.
• Solid understanding of structural engineering principles, with knowledge of steel construction being valued.
• Experience working with AutoCAD/SolidWorks.
• Experience with AutoCAD/SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quotations and installation drawings for storage rack projects.
• Create bills of material for proposals and orders.
• Prepare engineering design calculations and layouts.
• Prepare fabrication and installation drawings.
• Prepare production drawings to be sent to distributors for final approval.
• Enter accurate information into the system (BPT) to create part numbers.

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Structural engineering principles

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Head of Human Resources at Interlake Mecalux, Inc.

We are seeking a Drafter to join our Engineering Department working out of our Melrose Park, IL corporate office. This role will be responsible for processing rack sales orders by providing technical support within our Technical Department. The Drafter will help create detailed technical drawings, based on customer specifications, to be approved to send to production along with making quotes, helping with calculations, and other tasks in the department.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quotations and installation drawings for storage rack projects.
• Create bills of material for proposals and orders.
• Prepare engineering design calculations and layouts.
• Prepare fabrication and installation drawings.
• Prepare production drawings to be sent to distributors for final approval.
• Enter accurate information into the system (BPT) to create part numbers for frames/beams/accessories/etc., ensuring it corresponds with production drawings and bills of material.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of previous related experience.
• Solid understanding of structural engineering principles, with knowledge of steel construction being valued.
• Experience working with AutoCAD/SolidWorks.

Interlake Mecalux offers:

• Competitive compensation.
• The ability to become a part of an industry-leading dynamic team with a high focus on delivering results and continuous improvement.
• 401(k) plan through Fidelity, with a generous company match; 100% vested immediately upon contributing and no waiting period to start participating.
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off with the option to cash out unused PTO every year.
• Possibility for telework days, depending on position, with flexible make-up time for exempt employees.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plans, along with dental and vision benefits.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement; enhance your technical, specialized knowledge and gain new skills through promotions from within.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain

Industries

Warehousing and Storage, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing