Design Drafter

About the Role

This is an individual contributor position in the Global Utility division. The incumbent reads and interprets customer order information. This position processes orders for production and customer submittal drawings, consistent with Valmont standard practices, in the moderate to high range of complexity, and prepares the necessary drawings and other data for the teams, other departments and the manufacturing facilities, as well as interfaces, with direction from the Site Drafting Manager/Drafting Supervisor, directly with other company departments on customer order and manufacturing problems. Customer contact may be required to aid the design/order process.

Essential Functions

• Analyze all information necessary to process an individual order accurately and efficiently
• Manage the department backlog by monitoring order schedules, providing updates to computerized backlog and meeting "Promises Kept" in accordance with departmental priorities
• Maintain required productivity output in accordance with departmental priorities
• Maintain required order accuracy in accordance with departmental priorities
• Maintain a cooperative and professional attitude in dealing with all departments of the company
• Maintain and update an accurate filing system of customer requirements
• Maintain an awareness of current Drafting policies and procedures
• Maintain an awareness of current manufacturing capabilities and limitations
• Identify, recommend and help implement changes to standard drafting procedures and systems
• Identify, recommend and help implement changes to standard designs to improve customer acceptance or reduce product cost
• Handle special assignments as requested by Drafting Supervisor/Manager
• When necessary, provide assistance to all departments in the interpretation of customer specification, manufacturing capabilities or drafting procedures
• Provide technical or drafting support of any department, for any project which will enhance product or company interest
• Maintain appropriate professional competencies, certifications, licenses, etc., necessary to perform job duties

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma and 2+ years of work/educational experience
• One year drafting experience in division market channel
• Technical skills in computer aided drafting and basic understanding of mathematics normally acquired through an Associate of Applied Science degree and/or related experience (includes Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry)
• A solid background in 3-D modeling techniques
• Previous PC experience a must, including intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and AutoDesk (AutoCAD and Inventor)
• Understanding of the end use of the product and knowledge of the fabrication and manufacturing processes used to make the product
• Must be proficient in two or more product lines
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret customer specifications, plans and other order information to determine the format required to complete customer orders
• Ability to identify any inconsistent, conflicting or missing customer information and determine the correct course of action to resolve the issues with some assistance from a Division Drafting Manager/Drafting Supervisor or Senior Design Drafter
• High level of proficiency regarding Valmont's drafting processes and systems
• Demonstrated strong professional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to keep a positive, professional attitude in a fast-paced environment subject to specific deadlines which must be met
• Must possess strong problem solving skills, with attention to detail and a number/math orientation

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess

• Associates Degree in Drafting
• Autodesk Inventor 2013 or newer version
• AutoCAD 2013, PDF (Nitro Pro), Zoom, Inventor 2019, Scientific Calculator and Drafting Equipment knowledge/experience

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more