Mechanical Drafter

This role focuses on mechanical drafting, CNC programming and nesting, and supporting engineering projects, processes, budgets, and timelines to ensure projects are completed accurately and on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an engineering design and technical expert for engineering, sales, and production teams, as well as internal and external customers.
• Work directly with the Engineering Manager and Engineering Draft Team to answer questions and resolve issues raised by engineering team members, sales, and operations.
• Check and confirm the accuracy and completeness of work performed by the engineering draft team.
• Develop detailed part drawings from structural drawings and prepare part drawings for nesting.
• Use nesting software to prepare and review part nests before sending them to the post-processor, then review and post nests for fabrication.
• Assist with research and development initiatives to identify opportunities for new projects and process improvements.
• Communicate and collaborate with the engineering team and production staff to ensure current projects follow the correct process flow and remain on schedule.
• Support fabrication by helping to quickly resolve production priorities and issues.
• Learn and perform additional tasks as needed to support drafting, mechanical design, and related engineering activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and files for drawings, nests, and related project information.
• Apply analytical and mathematical skills to evaluate designs, troubleshoot problems, and improve processes.
• Contribute actively as a strong team player in a timeline-driven environment.

Skills

• Mechanical drafting experience with a strong focus on accuracy and detail.
• Mechanical design experience, including the ability to interpret structural drawings and convert them into detailed part drawings.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and mechanical design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD with the ability to pull out features and develop and manipulate parts.
• Experience preparing part drawings for nesting and using nesting software to create and review nests for fabrication.
• Ability to review newly created parts and ensure they are properly prepared for the nesting operation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Quick learning ability with a strong drive to learn new tools, processes, and technologies.
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and perform effectively in a timeline-driven environment.
• Strong sense of urgency and goal-driven mindset.
• Analytical and mathematical mindset, with the ability to evaluate designs and solve problems.
• Strong team player who collaborates effectively with engineering, sales, operations, and production teams.

Qualifications

• Certification in SolidWorks or other 3D modeling software.

Schedule

This is a contract position based in Wilkesboro, NC, with a fully onsite workplace type.

Position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 2026.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)