Engineering Drafter The Engineering Drafter supports the Engineering and Product Development teams by creating accurate production drawings, assembly drawings, and technical documentation from 3D solid models. This role also supports the creation, entry, maintenance, and accuracy of product and part information within the company's ERP system. The position requires strong attention to detail, proficiency in SolidWorks, a working knowledge of GD&T and manufacturing drawing standards, and the ability to manage technical product information throughout the product lifecycle. The Engineering Drafter may also assist in developing and updating installation instructions, product instructions, and other technical documentation for new and existing products.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Create detailed part and assembly drawings from 3D solid models.
Apply proper Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) practices to engineering drawings.
Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, manufacturability, and adherence to company standards.
Create new products, parts, part numbers, assemblies, and related records within the ERP system.
Enter and maintain accurate product and part information within the ERP system.
Update existing ERP records as products, components, specifications, or other information changes.
Create and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs), component relationships, and supporting product information.
Assist with costing of components, parts, and assemblies.
Maintain engineering spreadsheets, documentation, and project information.
Assist with writing, updating, and maintaining installation instructions, product instructions, and other technical documentation for new and existing products.
Work with engineering, product, manufacturing, purchasing, and other departments to resolve drawing, product data, or technical documentation issues.
Support new product development and existing product improvement projects as needed.
Maintain awareness of new technologies, software, and processes that may improve engineering efficiency, documentation, or product development.
Follow company safety policies and procedures and perform work in a safe and responsible manner.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Summary The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically capable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced product development and manufacturing environment. Candidates should be able to take an existing 3D model and independently develop accurate manufacturing drawings while also maintaining the supporting product and part information required within company systems. This person should be comfortable working with both technical drawings and product data, ensuring that information is accurate, complete, and maintained as products evolve. The role may also require translating engineering and product information into clear installation or product instructions.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Approximately 2+ years of related drafting, engineering, manufacturing, or technical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency with SolidWorks, including creation of detailed part and assembly drawings.
Working knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing practices.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
Experience entering, maintaining, or managing product and part information within an ERP, MRP, PDM, or similar business system.
Ability to accurately create and maintain part numbers, product records, Bills of Material, and supporting technical data.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to drawing and data accuracy.
Ability to solve practical technical problems and work through situations where limited information or standardization exists.
Proficiency with spreadsheet software, including Microsoft Excel or similar applications.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to clearly document technical information and assist in the creation of product or installation instructions.
Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a cross-functional team.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a manufacturing, automotive, mechanical, or product development environment.
Experience creating and maintaining Bills of Material (BOMs).Experience maintaining product master data within an ERP or manufacturing system.
Familiarity with component and assembly costing.
Experience with ERP, PDM, PLM, inventory, or manufacturing software.
Experience creating installation instructions, technical documentation, or product manuals.
Understanding of common machining, fabrication, casting, forging, or other manufacturing processes.
Key Competencies:
Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates strong drafting and engineering documentation skills and continuously develops technical knowledge.
Data Accuracy: Maintains accurate and complete product, part, BOM, and ERP information and understands the importance of high-quality product data.
Attention to Detail: Produces accurate, complete, and high-quality drawings, product records, and technical documentation.
Problem Solving: Identifies issues, gathers relevant information, and develops practical solutions.
Technology: Effectively uses SolidWorks, ERP systems, spreadsheets, and other technical tools to improve productivity.
Technical Communication: Communicates technical information clearly and is able to translate engineering information into understandable drawings, records, and product instructions.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with engineering, product, manufacturing, purchasing, and other departments to support successful product development and maintenance.
Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to improve drawing standards, ERP data, documentation, processes, and overall efficiency.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, or perform similar physical activities. The employee may occasionally be required to lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Work Environment:
This position operates in a professional engineering and manufacturing environment. The employee may periodically work around manufacturing or shop operations where moderate noise levels and normal industrial conditions are present.
