DESIGN SERVICES DRAFTER II

ENGINEERING SERVICES & PRODUCTS C•Dyersville, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Design Services Drafter II designs and develops structural and agriculture-related products to meet specific customer needs. The role uses 3D design software extensively to produce accurate drawings and models and deliver projects on time. The drafter manages complex projects, researches and develops methods and materials to improve operational efficiency, and applies analytical and problem-solving skills to recommend and implement solutions. The position works with customers and manufacturing personnel to understand project needs, develop building blueprints and product components, and improve design details. The role may involve several projects at once and requires organization, initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent combination of education, related experience, or training.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or other related 3D rendering software.
Strong Microsoft Office skills and familiarity with internet web browsers.
Strong interpersonal, customer service, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines.
Detail-oriented and results-oriented approach, with a professional attitude.
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changes in workflow procedures.
Ability to adhere to quality standards and maintain consistency in product delivery.
Ability to work with minimal direction and address design issues independently and as a team member.
Ability to follow instructions and read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Basic mathematical ability, including calculations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpreting bar graphs.
Ability to apply common-sense reasoning to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to regularly stand, walk, handle objects, reach, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; frequently talk or hear; and occasionally sit.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

SolidWorks experience.
Experience in CAD and product development.
Associate degree or related experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in project calls and meetings to understand customer needs.
Use CAD software to create building blueprints, including overall layouts and construction details.
Use CAD modeling to develop new components and products and create part and assembly drawings for manufacturing.
Develop practical solutions to challenges posed by customer requirements.
Provide creative and cost-saving ideas to improve product design.
Work with internal and external manufacturing personnel to improve design details.
Review existing designs and templates for accuracy.
Manage multiple projects while remaining organized and meeting deadlines.
Research and develop methods and materials that can increase operational efficiency.
Analyze problems, recommend solutions, and drive implementation.