What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drafter/Designer position at Midwest Tile & Concrete Products?
Drafter/Designer
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Drafter / Designer to join our growing precast concrete team. This position is responsible for creating accurate 2D drawings and production-ready designs for precast concrete projects. The ideal candidate will work closely with customers and engineers to provide submittal drawings, develop practical design solutions, price projects, and coordinate purchasing for required project materials.
Responsibilities
- Provide quotes and estimates for resale products and custom precast structures
- Interpret civil, structural, and engineering plans
- Create detailed 2D AutoCAD drawings for custom precast concrete products
- Develop rebar layouts by coordinating with a Professional Engineer (P.E.) or utilizing internal design software based on project requirements
- Create standard manhole drawings using Titan precast software
- Prepare customer drawings, production drawings, and revisions as needed
- Coordinate with engineering, production, and project management teams to ensure projects are completed on schedule
- Ensure drawings meet project standards and civil engineering specifications
- Create purchase orders for materials and project-related items
- Communicate with customers throughout the project lifecycle regarding timelines and completion schedules
Success in this role requires strong CAD skills and the ability to accurately interpret and visualize how a three-view drawing should be translated into a finished product. Many of the civil plans we receive may be incomplete, unclear, or require practical interpretation, so strong spatial reasoning and problem-solving abilities are essential.
The ideal candidate can think critically, identify inconsistencies in plans, and develop practical design solutions that work in real-world applications.
The ideal candidate can think critically, identify inconsistencies in plans, and develop practical design solutions that work in real-world applications.
Interview Requirement
Candidates must successfully complete an in-person drafting test during the interview process to demonstrate 2D drafting abilities.
Compensation/Benefits
We offer competitive compensation based on experience, qualifications, technical skills, and industry background. In addition to base pay, employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, and paid holidays.
We offer competitive compensation based on experience, qualifications, technical skills, and industry background. In addition to base pay, employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, and paid holidays.