Technical Drawing Specialist

OKUMA AMERICA CORPORATION•Charlotte, IA

About The Position

At Okuma America Corporation, the Technical Drawing Specialist creates accurate, customer-facing machine layout and installation documentation that helps customers plan, install, and operate Okuma CNC machine tools. The role supports customers, distributors, sales teams, and engineering partners worldwide, and requires technical drafting skills, careful interpretation of machine configurations, and collaboration across departments and international teams. The specialist develops and maintains machine layout, foundation, installation, utility, and spindle drawings; interprets machine orders and specifications; and uses information from 3D models and engineering documentation to prepare detailed 2D drawings. The role communicates critical machine information, validates documentation against machine configurations and scope of supply, and responds to technical inquiries. It also maintains drawing and document-control standards, uses CAD and business systems to manage deliverables, and contributes to process improvement while following company policies and safety practices.

Requirements

Experience creating technical drawings, machine layouts, installation drawings, or engineering documentation in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, DraftSight, or similar drafting platforms.
Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, 3D models, engineering specifications, and technical documentation.
Strong understanding of dimensioning standards, drawing conventions, and document-control practices.
Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and meet frequent deadlines.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and document management systems.
Strong technical drawing and documentation skills, including the ability to develop technical documentation and work instructions.
Excellent written and verbal communication, listening, and business communication skills; ability to ask necessary questions and collaborate across departments and global teams.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, customer-ready documentation.
Ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities, adapt to change, and take initiative.
Problem-solving ability, including defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to sit continuously for over half of the normal work shift, and to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms for at least half of the normal work shift.
Ability to lift and carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds; ability to stoop, crouch, and reach.
Ability to talk or hear continuously and to see clearly for work-related tasks, with clear or corrected vision at 20 inches or less.
Ability to operate a vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license.
Frequent finger dexterity for over three-quarters of the normal work shift, including operation of a phone, computer/electronic equipment, and electronic tools.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or bachelor's degree in Drafting, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Engineering Design, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical discipline.
Familiarity with CNC machine tools, manufacturing equipment, industrial automation, or engineered products.

Responsibilities

Create, maintain, and revise customer-facing machine layout, foundation, installation, utility, and spindle drawings for CNC machine tools.
Interpret machine orders, options, accessories, and configurations to develop accurate 2D customer drawings.
Extract and apply dimensional, mechanical, and technical data from 3D models, engineering documentation, and machine specifications.
Develop and communicate machine working ranges, cutting capacities, tool capacities, utility requirements, specifications, and configuration details.
Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, distributors, and international engineering teams, including colleagues in Japan, to validate drawing accuracy and resolve technical questions.
Review machine configurations and scope-of-supply requirements to ensure customer documentation reflects the machine being delivered.
Respond to technical inquiries about machine layouts, installation requirements, foundation specifications, utilities, capacities, and machine documentation.
Maintain drawing standards, revision histories, naming conventions, work instructions, and document-control processes.
Use CAD software, document management systems, and company business systems to manage assignments, revisions, and drawing deliverables.
Identify opportunities to improve drafting processes, documentation standards, workflow efficiency, and quality.
Follow company policies, procedures, and safety practices.
Perform other duties as assigned and seek opportunities to add value to the organization.