Tokai Carbon helps build America every day and we are proud of it. Tokai Carbon is one of the largest and most highly recognized graphite electrode manufacturers in the world. In order to continue to help build America, we need YOU. So, what's in it for you? We know that our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment. We are committed to the pursuit of excellence through the development of our employees to be the best they can be. We believe family and work-life balance is essential to long-term success.

JOB SUMMARY

The Drafter will be responsible for preparing detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Convert detailed engineering designs to technical drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies, tools, and controls, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment.
• Ensure drawings reflect current construction standards and codes.
• Produce three-dimensional models, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Coordinate directly with engineers and project managers to understand project requirements, verify design details, and recommend modifications as needed according to company standards and best practices.
• Lay out and draw schematic, orthographic, or angle views to depict functional relationships of components, assemblies, systems, and machines.
• Modify and revise designs to correct safety and operating deficiencies.
• Review and analyze specifications, sketches, drawings, ideas, and related data to assess factors affecting component designs and the procedures and instructions to be followed
• Check dimensions of materials to be used and assign numbers to the materials.
• Calculate estimates for equipment, materials, and other construction resources.
• Coordinate with and consult other workers to design, lay out, or detail components and systems and resolve design or other problems.
• Lay out, draw, and reproduce illustrations for reference manuals and technical publications to describe operation and maintenance of mechanical systems.

COMPETENCIES

• Proficient with computer-aided drafting (CAD) software
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Excellent time management skills with a proven to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work
• Strong communication skills to communicate and retain detailed work instructions

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Required- 2 year Associate Degree in Drafting
• Preferred- 2 years experience in manufacturing industry

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Available on your first day: Full medical, vision, dental benefits, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Monthly wellness reimbursement
• Health Savings, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Annual bonus*