Draftsperson - Custom Exhibits and Scenic Fabrication

About the role

Dynamic and rapidly growing Brooklyn-based fabrication shop is looking for a full-time, in-house Draftsperson with a strong background in fabrication and knowledge of materials to help us draft project shop drawings, 3D models, and CNC-ready files as they pertain to approved projects, as well as the coordination of drafting information flow with Project Management and Production staff.

Responsibilities

• Creating build drawings to the specific needs of the project as directed by the Drafting Manager and Project Managers
• Maintaining the Drafting Schedule as set by the Drafting Manager
• Creation and organization of Rhino files and corresponding documents
• Working with the Drafting Manager to complete drafting in a way that corresponds to our existing build methods, and communicates procedures and designs clearly
• Submitting drawings to Project Managers for approval and revisions
• Assessing potential material issues or structural problems
• Sending CNC-ready files to the CNC operators as well as communicating with them for efficient cutting and delivery of parts
• Responsible for identifying ways to improve the efficiency and accuracy of drawings and documentation processes to maintain the overall project schedule
• Other duties that may be assigned

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma required; College Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related drafting-based field required (or equivalent years of experience in a similar position)
• Experience: 3 years of drafting for fabrication experience preferred, with at least 1 year of direct and 2 years of indirect drafting experience working in a drafting environment; experience in the fabrication or construction industry preferred

Skills and Knowledge

• Dependable, independent, and hardworking
• Knowledge of fabrication methods and common building practices
• Ability to produce ‘ready to build’ drawing sets
• Detail-oriented and well-organized
• Exceptional Rhino3D skills required; Solidworks, Fusion360, Blender, Zbrush and AutoCAD experience a plus
• Skilled at multitasking and working toward multiple deadlines
• Knowledge of CNC processes and operations; RhinoCAM preferred
• Able to communicate effectively with peers and management
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, or similar platforms

Benefits

• Medical Benefits (Health, vision, dental) after a 30-day waiting period
• Paid Time Off after a 30-day waiting period
• SIMPLE IRA plan available with Employer matching contribution up to 3% of yearly compensation after 3 months of employment

Pay

Starting Compensation: $35 - $40/hr. Overtime opportunities available after 40 hours per week.

Schedule

Full-time position. Standard work days and hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as operations and/or business needs dictate. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee should be available during the core work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Extended hours may be required based on business need.