Senior Design Drafter / Design Drafter
About The Position
McKee Foods is seeking a Design Drafter or Senior Design Drafter to join our Corporate Systems Engineering team. This role involves using computer-aided software to design equipment and prepare detailed drawings. The position requires verifying drawings for accuracy, selecting components by contacting vendors, preparing work orders, and collaborating with various internal teams and external partners. The role also includes estimating drafting time, taking field measurements, supporting equipment testing, and providing technical support to internal customers. Participation in project team meetings and generating project status reports are also key responsibilities. There is a potential for travel up to 30%.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year experience
- Senior Design Drafter: at least five years’ formal drafting experience
- Experience with Solidworks and AutoCAD or similar software
- Excellent computer skills
- Strong math skills with ability to accurately measure parts
- Demonstrated ability to research, analyze and resolve design conflict in fabrications and installations
- Ability to assemble and complete detailed drawing packages which include: engineer final review, shop coordination, and installation support
- Demonstrated excellence in relationship building with working partners; including peers, customers, and suppliers, while demonstrating a strong customer focus
Nice To Haves
- A.S. degree in a technical field
- Experience in equipment design with knowledge of design principles
- 3+ year of formal drafting training
- Experience with Maximo, DBWorks, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Apps
- Familiarity with Shop Manufacturing Processes
- Familiarity with detailed machine design and power transmission components
- Experience in piping design and equipment layout with development of orthographic and isometric drawings
Responsibilities
- Use computer aided software to design equipment, prepare drawings that are clear, concise, and complete with all necessary details such as dimensions, materials, procedures and calculations
- Verify and check drawings thoroughly for accuracy, errors or omissions
- Select proper components for new design specifications by contacting vendors and manufacturers for information and reviewing equipment
- Prepare and submit work orders and material requisitions required for equipment and machinery fabrication and installation
- Correspond and collaborate with engineers, installation crews, Shops, and Purchasing
- Estimate total drafting time and coordinate estimates for fabrication and installation
- Take accurate field measurements for use in creating documents
- Coordinate and assist with equipment or product testing
- Support internal customers by providing part drawings and technical support
- Be an active participant in project team meetings
- Generate and maintain project status reports
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Profit-sharing cash bonus program
- 401(k) with matching contributions
- Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
- Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
- Supplemental plans, including life insurance
- Fully-paid parental leave
- Health Center and Pharmacy
- Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Credit Union
- Exercise and recreation facility
- Wellness programs with incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
