Drafter

Position

Hydrasearch is seeking a detail-oriented Drafter to join our engineering team in Stevensville, MD. This role involves creating and maintaining technical drawings for recreational and commercial marine products within an AS9100-certified engineering and quality management environment.

Location: 203A Log Canoe Circle, Stevensville, MD

Work Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday

Pay Range: $25 – $35 per hour

• Technical Drafting:
  Create detailed 2D and 3D part and assembly drawings.
• Design
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with Design Engineers to develop manufacturing-ready documentation, including exploded views and inspection-intent drawings.
• Precision Standards:
  Apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5 to ensure components meet strict tolerances.
• Configuration Control:
  Maintain drawing revisions, title blocks, and history.
• BOM Management:
  Support the creation and maintenance of accurate Bills of Material (BOMs).

• Education:
  
  Associate degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field. Relevant drafting or professional CAD training/experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
• Experience:
  
  3+ years of drafting or CAD experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Demonstrated experience creating 2D and 3D mechanical drawings using professional-grade CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, AutoCAD, or Inventor).
• Technical Literacy:
  Ability to read and interpret engineering sketches, notes, and technical specifications to produce manufacturable drawings.
• Documentation:
  Proven experience maintaining drawing revisions and version control within a PDM or structured filing system.

• Advanced Standards:
  Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) per ASME Y14.5.
• Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  Previous experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment, such as AS9100, ISO 9001, or MIL-SPEC.
• Manufacturing Knowledge:
  Familiarity with specific processes like CNC machining, metal fabrication, or fluid-conveyance assembly.
• System Management:
  Experience with BOM (Bill of Materials) management and ERP system entry.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• Gym reimbursements, and more!

Hydrasearch is a U.S. manufacturer specializing in fluid-transfer and control systems for maritime, aerospace, and defense applications. Founded in 1962, Hydrasearch has developed capabilities in hose assemblies, valve fittings, and customer-machined parts, often to meet MIL-SPEC and naval standards.

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. The Dixon Group strictly prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons. The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants as required by law without selling or sharing personal information with third parties except as authorized by law.

Hydrasearch values the contributions of Military Veterans and encourages veterans to apply.