Design Drafter

About the role

The Design Drafter plays a crucial role in ensuring that customer orders are processed efficiently and accurately. This position requires a strong foundation in drafting principles, proficiency with drafting software, and the ability to collaborate across various departments.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret customer specifications, plans, and order information to create production and customer submittal drawings.
• Create production drawings and customer submittal drawings in accordance with company standards.
• Identify and resolve inconsistencies, conflicts, or missing information within customer orders.
• Manage assigned workload to meet departmental productivity, quality, and delivery objectives.
• Maintain awareness of current drafting policies, procedures, manufacturing capabilities, and product specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and other departments to resolve order-related challenges.
• Maintain accurate customer requirement documentation and filing systems.
• Recommend and support improvements to drafting procedures, systems, and standard product designs.
• Provide technical and drafting support to internal departments as needed.
• Verify documentation for compliance with customer specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Aid in maintaining department backlog and meeting customer commitments.
• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Drafting, Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field with at least one year of drafting experience, and/or two years of relevant drafting experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Inventor, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong understanding of drafting principles, fabrication processes, and manufacturing practices.
• Working knowledge of mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to read and interpret customer specifications, plans, and technical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting, Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field with at least one year of drafting experience, and/or two years of relevant drafting experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Inventor, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong understanding of drafting principles, fabrication processes, and manufacturing practices.
• Working knowledge of mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to read and interpret customer specifications, plans, and technical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Skills

• Autodesk Inventor 2013 or newer version.
• AutoCAD 2013, Reproduction Equipment, Scientific Calculator and Drafting Equipment knowledge/experience.
• Experience supporting multiple product lines in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of drafting workflows, systems, and documentation processes.
• Experience identifying process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Valmont offers a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package designed to support the overall wellness needs of employees and their families. This includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off, employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability benefits, and more. Valmont also provides tuition reimbursement and a variety of voluntary programs to help employees achieve their personal and professional goals.