Drafter II - RedGuard

RedGuard • Wichita, KS

3d • $27 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

The Drafter II position works closely with Project Managers, Manufacturing, Sales and Estimating, Engineering, and Fabrication teams to produce accurate and workable drawing sets of various disciplines. This role utilizes software such as AutoCAD, Inventor, and Revit. The Drafter II is responsible for creating precise two- and three-dimensional models of building projects, including blast-resistant, non-blast resistant, and security-related designs. In addition, the Drafter II assists in reviewing engineering design drawings (including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, gas detection, and fire alarm/sprinkler systems) to identify and resolve potential conflicts or discrepancies within the model for clash detection and general coordination. The Drafter II communicates design conflicts to engineers and project managers during the review process and will proactively offer solution-oriented recommendations drawing upon industry knowledge, construction methods, and the company’s established processes and procedures. Modeled disciplines include shop drawings, structural design, and architectural views.

Requirements

• 3+ years of drafting experience.
• Proficient in Autodesk software, including AutoCAD, Revit, and Inventor.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge of industry standards and manufacturing/construction methods.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills for reporting and resolving drawing-related issues.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or other technical program certificate.

Responsibilities

• Creates various models for assigned projects.
• Coordinates and compiles multiple disciplines related to construction and manufacturing.
• Reviews project models for clashes and overall workability.
• Utilizes knowledge of various machines, engineering principles, and construction practices to generate complete and accurate production, shop, or permit-ready detail drawings.
• Performs primary drafting work in AutoCAD, Revit, and Inventor.
• Gathers field changes from the production/fabrication team and generates as-built drawings in accordance with RedGuard’s Document Control requirements.
• Provides support by answering questions or giving direction to complete various project-related tasks.
• Walks the fabrication and production floor to visually verify that fabrication/production methods align with the approved design and coordinate any necessary as-built changes to the project.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree