Junior Drafter/Detailer

Level Crane Systems is an exceptional team of professionals dedicated to delivering world-class overhead crane solutions. We take pride in our positive work culture and commitment to innovation. We are currently seeking a Draftsperson / Surveyor to join our rapidly growing company.

About the role

Level Crane Systems is seeking a skilled Draftsperson to join our engineering team in creating precise technical drawings and conducting field surveys for our crane and lifting equipment installations. This role combines office-based CAD work with local travel to job sites for dimensional verification and site assessment. The ideal candidate will translate both engineering concepts and real-world field conditions into detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings.

In addition to project-based drafting work, this role plays an active part in creating the standard product drawing packages, 3D models, and configuration families that define how we design and build our overhead and gantry crane products. Working closely with our engineering team, the candidate will help turn engineering direction into complete, manufacturable standard product designs.

Responsibilities

• Drafting & Documentation
  • Create detailed technical drawings, assembly drawings, and part specifications using AutoCAD and SolidWorks
  • Develop 3D models and renderings for crane components and systems
  • Interpret and apply weld symbols, geometric tolerances, and facility layout requirements
  • Maintain drawing standards, revision control, and documentation libraries
  • Generate bills of materials (BOMs) and parts lists from 3D models
  • Support manufacturing teams with drawing clarifications and field-related modifications
  • Collaborate with engineers to ensure drawings meet design specifications and manufacturing requirements
• Field Survey and Site Assessment
  • Conduct on-site surveys and field measurements to assess job site conditions, obstructions, and spatial requirements for crane system installations
  • Travel locally to project sites for dimensional verification and fitment analysis
  • Read and interpret facility layouts, architectural drawings, and site plans
• Standard Product Design
  • Work with the engineering team to create complete drawing packages for standard overhead crane and gantry crane product families, including single-girder bridge cranes, double-girder bridge cranes, and A-frame gantry cranes across a range of capacities and spans
  • Produce detailed part drawings, assembly drawings, and weld details for standard crane components such as bridge beams, end trucks, leg assemblies, and runway connections
  • Build parametric SolidWorks models for standard product configurations, enabling efficient customization for varying capacities, spans, and height-under-beam requirements
  • Develop and maintain modular component libraries so that standard parts and assemblies can be reused and adapted efficiently across product families
  • Create BOMs, cut lists, and material specifications tied to standard product configurations for use by manufacturing and procurement
  • Support the development of product selection documentation and dimensional data sheets used by the sales and estimating teams
  • Update and revise standard product drawings as designs are refined, materials change, or manufacturing feedback is incorporated

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of professional drafting experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks (certification preferred)
• Ability to read and interpret weld symbols, GD&T, and geometric tolerances
• Experience reading facility layouts, architectural drawings, and site plans
• Willingness to travel locally for site surveys and field measurements
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Associate degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and structural steel fabrication
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in both office and field environments
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with crane, lifting equipment, or heavy machinery industries
• Knowledge of structural steel design and fabrication
• Familiarity with AISC or CMAA standards and safety regulations
• Experience creating or maintaining standard product drawing libraries
• Experience with PDM/PLM systems

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off
• Employee discount

Pay

$24.00 – $30.00 per hour

Schedule

Full-time, in person

About Us

Level Crane Systems designs, manufactures, installs, and services overhead crane systems ranging from 5 to 50 tons throughout Southern California and the Southwest. Serving the aerospace, industrial, and manufacturing sectors, our mission is simple: Productivity Elevated. We foster an innovative, collaborative environment in our modern Irvine facility, backed by decades of industry success.