Design Drafter Jobs

New Way Trucks
Design Drafter
Location: New Way Trucks

This person reports directly to the Engineering Manager and is responsible for drafting all types of projects incorporated into the manufacturing process.
Essential Job Functions

• Maintains an up-to-date drawing system with all information properly filed and recorded.
• Documents procedures to complete product assemblies and subassemblies.
• Communicates with all production areas to insure all information is correct and needed changes made.
• Reports problems to the Engineering Manager to assure timely development of projects.
• Resolves issues related to quality, design and time savings initiatives.
• Working with other departments on projects.
• Creates bill of materials for company-manufactured products.
• Prepares drawings made to scale with a high degree of accuracy.
• Works with welders and production lines on parts changes and design modifications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to convert conceptual designs into functional drawings and/or scale models.
• Degree in mechanical drafting preferred.
• Minimum one year mechanical drafting experience w/advanced computer-aided drafting knowledge.
• Ability to efficiently use the following software packages: Windows, Excel, Word, Access, Solid Works and Auto Cad 2000.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Works well with people at all levels of the company.
• Ability to analyze parts, components and products to facilitate drawings that incorporate all required information needed to produce such items.
• Ability to learn and work in Epicor as an operating system.
• Math skills including algebra, geometry, trigonometry and weights & measures.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.