Drafting Specialist

Title: Drafting Specialist

Location: Lake Zurich

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $80K-$85K

Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options:

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, ect

Must have Skill Set: Component Design experience

Overview:

The Drafting Specialist creates accurate 2D and 3D engineering models and drawings using SolidWorks® in support of engineering and sales activities. This role maintains drawing standards, version control, and best practices while supporting continuous improvement through training and skill development.

Job Duties:

The position reports to the Drafting Supervisor. Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Create and deliver accurate, high-quality 2D and 3D engineering models and drawings on schedule, ensuring all required data and file formats are included in support of engineering and sales departments using SolidWorks® and SolidWorks® PDM.
• Maintain drawing consistency and standardization while ensuring effective version control and document management practices.
• Develop and support design method standards and implement SolidWorks® best practices, including the use of custom CAD tools and system enhancements related to engineering applications.
• Continuously improve SolidWorks® design capabilities and expand industry knowledge through ongoing skill development.
• Complete both directed and self-directed CAD education and training programs (company paid).
• Apply creative concepts to CAD visualization, with a continual focus on introducing new technologies and methods to improve the quality and effectiveness of work products
  
  

Qualifications:

Skills:

SolidWorks® Proficiency Requirement: Applicants must demonstrate reasonable proficiency with SolidWorks®. As part of the initial in-person interview, candidates will be asked to complete a brief, hands-on SolidWorks exercise to verify practical design and drafting skills relevant to our engineering work.

• Oral & Written Communication Skills
• Technical Communication
• Planning & Project Management
• Good Eye for Layout Design and Concept
• Ability to Work Independently with Proactive Sense of Urgency
• Experience Working within Engineering or Technical Project Team Environments
• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Practices
  
  

Computer Skills:

• SolidWorks 3D CAD - Required
• SolidWorks Visualize
• SolidWorks EPDM
• Microsoft Office Suite - Required
  
  

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Preferred: Some college coursework in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Recent engineering graduate
  
  

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.