Drafter / Estimator
About The Position
Van-Packer Company manufactures listed chimney, venting, and grease duct exhaust systems for commercial and industrial applications. The Drafter / Estimator turns project drawings and specifications into system layouts, cost estimates, and supporting documentation for stainless steel chimney exhaust and kitchen grease duct exhaust products. The role works alongside the sales team, specifying engineers and contractors, and manufacturing to ensure projects are designed correctly, competitively priced, and fabricated to the requirements of their listing. Candidates with a drafting or estimating background are encouraged to apply. Prior grease duct code experience is not required; structured training is provided on Van-Packer products and applicable standards. Onboarding covers product lines and system design practices, codes and listing standards such as NFPA 96, UL 1978, and UL 2221, and the estimating, quoting, and ERP processes.
Requirements
- Associate degree in drafting, mechanical engineering technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Working proficiency in SolidWorks.
- Experience in mechanical drafting, estimating, or quoting.
- Ability to read and accurately interpret mechanical and architectural drawings.
- Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail.
- Clear, professional written and verbal communication by phone and email.
Nice To Haves
- AutoCAD experience.
- Experience in commercial or industrial HVAC, ventilation products, or stainless steel fabrication.
- Familiarity with NFPA 96, UL 1978, and UL 2221.
- Experience with ERP, quoting, or product configurator software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Responsibilities
- Analyze architectural and mechanical drawings, project specifications, and bid documents to define the scope, materials, and configuration of each exhaust system.
- Develop system layouts, detail drawings, and shop drawings in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
- Prepare cost estimates and formal quotations, including material takeoffs, labor estimates, and bills of material.
- Assemble submittal packages, installation instructions, and engineering specifications for customer and inspector review.
- Serve as a technical resource to the sales team, specifying engineers, and contractors on product selection and application questions.
- Coordinate with manufacturing to confirm quoted designs are practical to fabricate and consistent with applicable listings.
- Recommend design alternatives that reduce cost while maintaining quality, code compliance, and listing integrity.
- Manage multiple active projects and meet bid and submittal deadlines.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Overtime eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
