Designer/Drafter

About the role

The Mechanical Designer/Drafter is responsible for developing mechanical drawings using SolidWorks for sales, project management, customer approval, external vendors, and internal shop fabrication on assigned projects. They ensure accurate drawings are completed according to customer specifications and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepares preliminary sales drawings by receiving quotations and submitting drawings with quotations to customers to assist in closing the sale.
• Consults with Project Manager and salesperson to verify specifications for the order.
• Creates preliminary drawings based on quoted design and specifications, verifying price quotations against drawings.
• Requests drawings and models from vendors for specific components/devices included in the order/bill of material.
• Develops documentation for equipment including parts lists, drawings, detailed maintenance instructions for each component to ensure customers have complete and accurate maintenance documents and manuals for equipment.
• Researches and develops new products and equipment designs as directed, to expand and improve the product line.
• Conducts weekly audits of orders in process, communicating with fabricators to discuss design successes or challenges.
• Enters all information into PDM in accordance with Scott Equipment guidelines.
• Conducts final inspections on finished products prior to shipment to ensure quality and customer specifications are met.
• Documents and records all information about the design and design changes in the project folder.
• Performs other responsibilities and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• One year certificate from college or technical school; with one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer-assisted design systems in the design of various equipment.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and Microsoft Office Suite products.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to draft routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Skills

• SOLIDWORKS
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Mechanical Drawings
• Metal Fabrication
• Modifications
• Product Development