Mechanical Design Drafter

About the role

Built to Connect is seeking a Mechanical Drafting/Design Engineer to join our team. This position involves designing and making necessary engineering drawings for projects assigned, preparing engineering drawings and making engineering calculations using CAD and 3D CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate calculation of dimensions, weight limitations, and required materials.
• Develop detailed designs with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Identify operational issues and redesign products to improve functionality.
• Ensure final designs comply with regulations.
• Prepare references to illustrate workflow.
• Make basic and fundamental calculations for proper and economical selection of components.
• Direct the efforts of any draftsman assigned to work with on the specific equipment or projects.
• Do detail and assembly drawing work as well as general and overall layout work.
• Write and release or supervise the writing and releasing of specifications and bills of material if required to cover the specific equipment or projects assigned.
• Design new or special products and new developments or modifications on our product line in accordance with the theoretically established design specifications as to size, capacity, or other requirements.
• Complete assignments on time as scheduled per Engineering release date.

Requirements

• A two-year Mechanical Drafting/Design Technology Degree preferred, but equivalent experience in lieu of formal education will be considered.
• 2+ years of Experience in heavy equipment and/or structural design as well as AutoCAD 2-D and INVENTOR 3-D CAD software experience (or something similar like SolidWorks or Pro-E) is preferred.
• Ability to operate necessary office equipment and tools to perform drafting functions which include CAD and INVENTOR systems.
• Ability to work well with others and demonstrate good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform duties in environments which include heavy industrial setting, quarry/pit locations, and construction sites with associated air pollutants and noise levels.
• Ability to climb on equipment to inspect and gather data.

Qualifications

• Two-year Mechanical Drafting/Design Technology Degree preferred, but equivalent experience in lieu of formal education will be considered.
• 2+ years of Experience in heavy equipment and/or structural design as well as AutoCAD 2-D and INVENTOR 3-D CAD software experience (or something similar like SolidWorks or Pro-E) is preferred.
• Ability to operate necessary office equipment and tools to perform drafting functions which include CAD and INVENTOR systems.
• Ability to work well with others and demonstrate good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform duties in environments which include heavy industrial setting, quarry/pit locations, and construction sites with associated air pollutants and noise levels.
• Ability to climb on equipment to inspect and gather data.

Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2-D and INVENTOR 3-D CAD software.
• Strong problem-solving and design capabilities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

At Astec, we offer a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and can vary based on project demands.