Mechanical Drafter

IDEAL ELECTRIC COMPANY • Mansfield, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

IDEAL ELECTRIC is seeking a Mechanical Drafter to join their engineering team. This role is crucial in creating and refining designs for industry-leading rotating electrical equipment. The Mechanical Drafter will use SOLIDWORKS® 3D CAD system to create/modify 3D models and prepare assembly and detail drawings. The position requires strong technical skills, creative problem-solving, and attention to detail to ensure designs meet high standards of quality and functionality. Successful candidates will collaborate with the Mechanical and Electrical Engineering team to develop manufacturable solutions that uphold IDEAL's reputation for excellence. This position reports to the Engineering Supervisor and is based at their facility in Mansfield, Ohio. The work has a real-world impact on critical infrastructure powering communities and industries globally.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two (2) year college or technical school; or six (6) months to one (1) year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Due to the sensitive nature of some projects, US Citizenship is required for this position.
• Proficiency in SOLIDWORKS® 3D CAD and SOLIDWORKS® PDM systems (other CAD platforms may be considered depending on level of experience and satisfactory evaluation of sample work).
• Knowledge of GD&T and mechanical drawing standards.
• Experience with product lifecycle management and revision control processes.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, material properties, and design for manufacturability principles.
• Knowledge of various products, drafting and engineering practices, mathematics, and other physical sciences to complete drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written instructions, engineering specifications, and technical documents.
• Ability to write correspondence and other documentation.
• Ability to effectively present information to others in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Excellent spatial visualization skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
• Technical literacy with demonstrated proficiency in: Microsoft 365 suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams), ERP systems for parts management and documentation, PDM/PLM systems for design and product lifecycle management, Work Management platforms for project tracking and collaboration, Enterprise cloud-based content management systems for team collaboration and secure file sharing.
• Exceptional attention to detail and time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Three + years of experience (preferred) performing similar duties.
• Experience with rotating machinery failure analysis and root cause investigation is a plus.
• Passion for IDEAL's mission to preserve and advance American manufacturing and sustainment of specialized rotating electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify comprehensive 3D models and prepare clear, complete, and accurate assembly and detail drawings (or revisions) from rough or detailed sketches, similar part drawings, or notes.
• Evaluate technical requirements to determine appropriate materials, dimensions, and specifications for each component and assembly.
• Research similar existing drawings and evaluate their potential application to current projects to optimize design efficiency.
• Make drawing revisions as required based on engineering feedback and production requirements.
• Research and identify parts and part numbers using available resources to maintain consistency in documentation.
• Create finished designs from written or oral instruction; assure designs meet requirements specified in resource documents.
• Apply technical knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to ensure designs meet quality standards.
• Use SOLIDWORKS CAD system and SOLIDWORKS PDM for document and revision control.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously while adhering to project timelines.

Benefits

• Access to technology or technical data subject to U.S. export control laws (ITAR and EAR) requires successful candidate to be a "U.S. Person" or obtain appropriate U.S. government authorization.

What This Job Offers

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