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Mechanical Drafter

Process Solutions & Services
Louisville, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2026

Rapid Industries is a world leader in conveyor systems since 1967. We design, fabricate, install, and maintain complete material handling systems to fit all applications. We are a pinnacle company for the automotive and appliance industries, specializing in overhead and floor conveyors and specialty automation equipment. 

Rapid is looking for a Mechanical Drafter to join their team to assist engineering and production with 2D and 3D design and mechanical drawings using AutoCAD software and Inventor. We offer great benefits and career advancement opportunities! 


Responsibilities:

  • Create engineering drawings and designs for production and manufacturing. 
  • Assist with layout and design engineering work on material handling solutions.
  • Generate accurate BOM and CAD layouts for manufacturing.
  • Prepare complete documentation packages for engineers. 
  • Verify drawings are correct to specifications, codes, and other regulations. 
  • Develop technical reports for engineers. 

Skills and Requirements:
  • Minimum of 2 years or more of related drafting experience in manufacturing. Material handling is preferred. 
  • Experience using 2D and 3D AutoCAD required. 
  • Experience using Inventor preferred. 
  • Mechanically inclined, detail oriented, and eager to learn. 
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to multitask. 
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills. 
  • Work with minimal supervision and perform within project deadlines. 

Job Type: Full-Time

Benefits: 401(k), Health Insurance, Health Savings Account, LTD, STD, Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, Paid Time Off

Schedule: 

  • 8 hour shift (7:00 AM) 
  • On-site work only; no remote work.

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