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Computer Aided Design Drafter

CST Industries, Inc.
De Kalb, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/21/2026

Job Title: Drafter


POSITION SUMMARY:

Candidate will be responsible for executing general arrangement and manufacturing drawings for tanks and associated equipment utilizing AutoCAD.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Daily processing of orders and customer approval drawings.
  • Various drafting and design projects.
  • Standardizing and improving current drafting workflow and processes.
  • Tracking and improving personal metrics for drafting efficiency and accuracy.
  • Apply lean methodologies for improving personal and group throughput.
  • Assist with completing development projects.
  • Work with Engineering IT to automate processes.


QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

  • Degree in Computer Aided Design preferred.
  • Solid modeling experience preferred (at least 1 year).
  • AutoCAD experience required (at least 1 year).
  • Drafting automation experience, a plus.
  • Experience with designing and drafting tanks a plus.
  • Minimal travel.
  • Ability to maintain an upbeat and positive attitude at all times.
  • Ability to work in self-directed, fast-paced professional environment.
  • High proficiency with computers skills, including email, MS Office.


LANGUAGE SKILLS:

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.


MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
  • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and advanced geometry.


REASONING ABILITY:

  • Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
  • Handle problems involving variables in a standardized situation.
  • Ability to make decisions and know when/where to make concessions.


COMPUTER SKILLS:

Advanced level of knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Walk, must be able to move about inside the manufacturing and office and occasionally on a construction site or outside of the manufacturing facility.
  • Use hands/fingers to feel, must be able to operate computers, machinery, dimensional equipment.
  • Sit and stand, must be able to work at a stationary desk that may require sitting or standing. Standing on concrete floor and uneven terrain will be required frequently.
  • Climb and balance, must climb stairs and ladders.
  • Stoop, kneel and crouch or crawl.
  • Talk/hear, must be able to communicate with operators and management frequently and exchange accurate information.
  • Lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.


WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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