Design Drafter

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret customer contract drawings, specifications, and order instructions
• Process customer orders into accurate production and customer submittal drawings
• Investigate and analyze design issues and determine required changes or corrections
• Prepare sketches, drawings, and supporting documentation for manufacturing and internal teams
• Interpret specifications and standards to ensure customer requirements are met
• Requisition parts and prepare material lists and quantities for purchasing support
• Communicate with engineering, production, sales, customer service, suppliers, and customers to resolve design and specification issues
• Support backlog management by updating schedules, maintaining productivity, and meeting delivery commitments
• Maintain accurate records, files, and documentation of customer requirements
• Assist team members with shop drawings and project-based drafting support
• Identify and recommend improvements to drafting procedures, systems, and standard designs
• Comply with company safety, attendance, and quality policies

• High School diploma and 1+ years of related work or educational experience
• Technical skills in computer-aided drafting and basic mathematical knowledge (algebra, geometry, trigonometry)
• Experience with 3D modeling techniques
• Proficiency with PC applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings, design constraints, and product requirements
• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Ability to identify and report inconsistent, conflicting, or missing customer information
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.