Mechanical Drafter

Location: Wilkesboro

The Mechanical Drafter will play a key role in the success of the organization by creating precise mechanical designs, supporting product development, and collaborating closely with sales and production teams. This role focuses on mechanical drafting, CNC programming and nesting, and supporting engineering projects, processes, budgets, and timelines to ensure that projects are completed accurately and on schedule.

Responsibilities

* Serve as an engineering design and technical expert for engineering, sales, and production teams, as well as internal and external customers.

* Work directly with the Engineering Manager and Engineering Draft Team to answer questions and resolve issues raised by engineering team members, sales, and operations.

* Check and confirm the accuracy and completeness of work performed by the engineering draft team.

* Develop detailed part drawings from structural drawings and prepare part drawings for nesting.

* Use nesting software to prepare and review part nests before sending them to the post-processor, then review and post nests for fabrication.

* Assist with research and development initiatives to identify opportunities for new projects and process improvements.

* Communicate and collaborate with the engineering team and production staff to ensure current projects follow the correct process flow and remain on schedule.

* Support fabrication by helping to quickly resolve production priorities and issues.

* Learn and perform additional tasks as needed to support drafting, mechanical design, and related engineering activities.

* Maintain accurate documentation and files for drawings, nests, and related project information.

* Apply analytical and mathematical skills to evaluate designs, troubleshoot problems, and improve processes.

* Contribute actively as a strong team player in a timeline-driven environment.

Essential Skills

* Mechanical drafting experience with a strong focus on accuracy and detail.

* Mechanical design experience, including the ability to interpret structural drawings and convert them into detailed part drawings.

* Proficiency in Solid Works for 3D modeling and mechanical design.

* Proficiency in AutoCAD with the ability to pull out features and develop and manipulate parts.

* Experience preparing part drawings for nesting and using nesting software to create and review nests for fabrication.

* Ability to review newly created parts and ensure they are properly prepared for the nesting operation.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.

* Good verbal and written communication skills.

* Quick learning ability with a strong drive to learn new tools, processes, and technologies.

* Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and perform effectively in a timeline-driven environment.

* Strong sense of urgency and goal-driven mindset.

* Analytical and mathematical mindset, with the ability to evaluate designs and solve problems.

* Strong team player who collaborates effectively with engineering, sales, operations, and production teams.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Certification in Solid Works or other 3D modeling software.

* Certification in AutoCAD.

* Experience supporting research and development initiatives.

* Experience working with CNC programming and nesting processes.

* Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, sales, and production.

* Demonstrated ability to support fabrication teams by resolving priorities and production issues quickly.

* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing drawings, nests, and project documentation.

Work Environment

This role operates in a collaborative engineering and production environment where the Mechanical Drafter works closely with engineering, sales, operations, and fabrication teams. The position involves frequent use of Solid Works, AutoCAD, nesting software, and Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and PowerPoint. Work is timeline-driven, requiring a strong sense of urgency, the ability to multitask, and a goal-oriented mindset. The environment emphasizes teamwork, continuous learning, and problem solving to keep projects on schedule and ensure high-quality fabricated parts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wilkesboro, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

* Medical, dental & vision

* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

* Short and long-term disability

* Health Spending Account (HSA)

* Transportation benefits

* Employee Assistance Program

* Time Off/Leave (PTO,…