Drafter I/II

Atec, Inc.•Sealy, TX

About The Position

Prepare clear, complete, and accurate working plans, complex assembly drawings, and detail drawings from sketches or notes in conjunction with engineering staff. Model and document finished designs using sketches, notes, calculations, and other inputs, and revise and update model and drawing files in accordance with engineering change procedures. The role uses computer-aided design equipment and software and applies relevant engineering, trade, mathematical, and physical-science knowledge across engineering, architectural, environmental, electrical, and mechanical fields. The Drafter may mentor and guide colleagues, review peer work, support company drawing standards and procedures, and work with Production, Technical Publication, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, Marketing, and other groups. The position also carries responsibilities for following Vital Link’s ISO9000 policies, procedures, and work instructions; maintaining required records; participating in training and continuous-improvement activities; cooperating with auditors; and reporting deviations.

Requirements

Associate degree (AA) from a two-year college or technical school, or 3–8 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to prepare and review technical drawings and models using CAD equipment and software.
Ability to read and understand bills of materials, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics, and P&IDs.
Familiarity with and adherence to ASME, ANSI, Mil-Std, and Atec internal drawing standards.
Ability to follow ISO9000 policies, procedures, and work instructions.
Good eyesight, with corrective lenses if necessary.
Ability to stand, sit, and walk frequently, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SolidWorks, SolidWorks Electrical, OrCAD, and/or DraftSite is preferred.
SolidWorks Professional certification (CSWP) is encouraged; listed options include Mechanical Design, Model-based Design, API, Sheetmetal, Weldments, Surfacing, Drawing Tools, Mold Making, CAM, and Simulation.

Responsibilities

Prepare working plans, complex assembly drawings, and detail drawings from sketches or notes in conjunction with engineering staff.
Revise and update model and drawing files in accordance with engineering change procedures.
Mentor, provide guidance to, and check peer work as needed.
Create and review final drawings of proposed designs using CAD equipment and software, checking dimensions, materials, relationships between parts, and relationships of parts to the overall structure or project.
Follow applicable ASME, ANSI, Mil-Std, and Atec internal drawing standards.
Review, revise, and update company standards and procedures, and provide training as needed.
Process drawing changes based on ECNs, SCNs, and other change-notice procedures.
Read and understand bills of materials and provide review or clarification as required.
Read and understand electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics and P&IDs.
Apply knowledge of machine tools, engineering and trade practices, mathematics, building materials, and other physical sciences to complete drawings across relevant technical fields.
Support company activities and needs in coordination with Production, Technical Publication, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, Marketing, and other groups as required.
Draw charts representing statistical data as required.
Model and document finished designs from sketches, notes, calculations, or other inputs while working closely with subject matter experts.
Use computer-aided design equipment and software.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support an efficient and effective work environment.
Conduct activities in accordance with Vital Link ISO9000 policies and correct and report deviations to the appropriate area manager or supervisor.
Understand Vital Link’s Quality Policy and company objectives.
Understand applicable ISO9000 procedures and work instructions and complete required records.
Participate in Vital Link continuous-improvement activities and required ISO9000 training.
Cooperate with auditors.