Mechanical Drafter

Job Description:

The main function of a mechanical drafter is to prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information. This position has an emphasis on paint & styling drawing, layouts and etching drawing.

Job Responsibilities:

· Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies, tools, and controls, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment.

· Coordinate with and consult other workers to design, lay out, or detail components and systems and to resolve design or other problems.

· Compute mathematical formulas to develop and design detailed specifications for components or machinery using computer-assisted equipment.

· Position instructions and comments onto drawings.

· Design scale or full-size blueprints of specialty items such as furniture and automobile body or chassis components.

· Check dimensions of materials to be used and assign numbers to the material so.

· Lay out and draw schematic, orthographic, or angle views to depict functional relationships of components, assemblies, systems, and machines.

Skills:

· Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.

· Team player and detail oriented.

· Basic knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

· Basic knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.

· Basic knowledge of relevant computer application, such as CADD (Computer Aided Design and Drafting).

Education/Experience:

· AAS degree in CADD or related field

· 2-4 years’ experience required.

Education & Experience Required:

· AAS degree in CADD or related field

· 2-4 years’ experience required

Technical Skills

(Required)

· Experience with CADD software NX

· Blueprint reading

(Desired)

· Manufacturing knowledge

· Adobe

Soft Skills

(Required)

· Good verbal and written communication skills

· Problem solving and critical thinking skills.

· Good organizational and time management skills

· Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

· Flexibility to adapt to the frequent priority shifts of changing business demand

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• CAD: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Rapid City, SD 57702 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rapid City, SD 57702: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $17