Design Drafter - PlayCore

Playcore • Fort Payne, AL

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About The Position

The Design/Drafter will create detailed technical drawings and plans for manufactured products suited for outdoor recreational spaces - including playground equipment, outdoor fitness, site furnishings, etc. - ensuring compliance with safety standards and design specifications. Responsibilities include collaborating with PlayCore Innovation and various stakeholders across brand teams to develop precise CAD drawings and Installation Sheets, reviewing designs for accuracy, and making necessary revisions. The ideal candidate will have experience in Autodesk Inventor software, a strong understanding of engineering principles and a desire to work with prototypes. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a team environment are essential for success in this role.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Drafting and Design with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience
• Must have strong mathematical and numerical skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety standards, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence as well as be able to speak effectively before groups of employees and customers of the organization.
• Must have the ability to timely define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Knowledge of AutoDesk Inventor and understanding of how to create 3D models, AutoDesk Fusion preferred
• Knowledge of AutoDesk Vault software helpful
• Extensive computer experience with a basic knowledge of 2D and 3D design and drafting visualization, experience with Solidworks and AutoDesk Fusion a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of 3D printing and file preparation

Responsibilities

• Promotes the Company's mission and values-based culture through the successful development of new products.
• Maintain our process and drawing criteria.
• Create and maintain manufacturing drawings.
• Create and maintain installation sheets including, parts lists, written installation instructions, material specifications, visual attachment and footer details used for field installation, CNC programming files.
• Be knowledgeable of standards to maintain function, fit and then form as required.
• Coordinate with the different departments for CNC programming.
• Work with Designers and Drafters to maintain quality drawings and Installation Sheets.
• Other duties may be assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees