Drafter

About the role

The Riverdale Mill is a complex, fully integrated pulp and paper manufacturing facility with two machines, featuring multiple process lines for wood handling, pulping, power and recovery, and effluent treatment. The Drafter position works within the Maintenance and Engineering group and reports to the Capital Engineering Manager, collaborating closely with operations, maintenance, technical, and management teams. The position is located at 601 Co Rd 78, Selma, AL 36703.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a variety of different areas throughout the mill including operations, maintenance, technical, and management.
• Use the latest version of AutoCAD to prepare design drawings with plan, profile, section and detail views as designated by the engineering team.
• Work with Project Managers in reviewing project specifications and preparing project plans.
• Work with the engineering team in developing construction plans.
• Prepare sketches of details not included on existing drawings to accurately reflect as‑built field conditions.
• Prepare drawings, forms, maps, and lists based on direction provided by designers and engineers.
• Perform field visits and report on construction progress.

Requirements

• CAD certification with 2+ years of relevant experience (CAD classroom training may be considered in lieu of experience).
• Proficient in MS Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and current versions of AutoCAD.
• Self‑starter able to work independently with conflicting deadlines.
• Able to work well in a team environment.
• Problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills for designing engineering plans.
• Ability to produce quality drawings and incorporate constructive feedback.
• Skilled at reading and understanding general arrangement, loop sheets, motor elementary, P&ID, piping, as‑builts, and construction drawings.
• Effective written and verbal communication.