Mechanical Drafter
Title: Mechanical Drafter
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Job Type: Contract to Hire or Direct Hire (Depending on candidate fit/business need)
Pay rate: $27.00 - $36.00/Hour (Depending on Experience)
- Handle complex designing and drafting assignments under minimal supervision.
- Create drawings, models, and BOMs from written and verbal specifications obtained from Engineers.
- Work with Engineers regarding model accuracy, design, drafting standards and design documentation.
- Work closely with Engineers to ensure coordinated effort is maintained.
- Complete project responsibilities within scope, budget and schedule.
- Review drawings for completeness and accuracy.
- Maintain all revisions of project drawings.
- Develop 3D models by analyzing prototypes and 2D drawings.
- Examine and check engineering drawings for compliance with cited specifications.
- Provide timely technical assistance and solutions to the team.
- Participate in project meetings and conference calls as required.
- Prepare engineering documents for customer submittal.
- High proficiency in 3D parametric modeling software, SolidWorks preferred.
- Ability to create 2D mechanical and structural drawings from 3D models.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
- Ability to work under pressure with deadlines while having to multi-task multiple priorities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to work successfully and collaboratively with a team
- Ability to read and understand blueprints
- Associate degree in computer-aided drafting and design, engineering technology or similar technical degree
- At least one year of experience
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and how it relates to design.
- Hands on experience with 3D parametric modeling tools (SolidWorks, Inventor, Fusion 360, PTC Creo, etc.)
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