Mechanical Designer/Drafter

$45,760 - $52,000/Yr

Actalent - Tulsa, OK

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Tulsa, OK

11-50 employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Mechanical Designer/Drafter position at Actalent involves creating and modifying technical drawings and designs based on customer specifications and project requirements. The role requires proficiency in computer-aided drafting and a solid understanding of mathematics, particularly in geometry and trigonometry. The ideal candidate will work closely with various teams to resolve design issues and improve drafting processes, contributing to the overall efficiency and quality of the projects.

Responsibilities

• Review customer contract drawings, specifications, or instructions from team members, supervisors, engineering, customer service, sales, and marketing.
• Investigate and analyze design problems, determining changes, corrections, and requirements to meet project demands.
• Make sketches for use by other designer/drafters and interpret specifications and standards.
• Requisition parts and products that are used in or interface with company products.
• Prepare lists and quantities for use by others in the purchasing function.
• Communicate with customers, both orally and in writing, to resolve specification questions in preparation of drawings.
• Provide assistance and input on a project basis to other team members in the development of shop drawings.
• Maintain required productivity output and order accuracy in accordance with departmental priorities.
• Maintain an accurate filing system of customer requirements and an awareness of current drafting policies and procedures.
• Identify, recommend, and help implement changes to standard drafting procedures and systems to improve customer acceptance or reduce product cost.
• Handle special assignments as requested by the Division Drafting Manager/Drafting Supervisor.
• Provide technical or drafting support to any department for projects that enhance product or company interests.
• Comply with company attendance policy and follow prescribed safety rules and regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of relevant work or educational experience in drafting or design.
• Technical skills in computer-aided drafting.
• Basic understanding of mathematics, including Algebra, Geometry, and Trigonometry.
• Experience with 3-D modeling techniques.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings, design constraints, and product requirements.
• Strong professional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills with attention to detail and a number/math orientation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to identify, communicate, and participate in process improvement opportunities.

Nice-to-haves

• Associate's Degree in Drafting.
• Strong working knowledge of 3D Computer-Aided Design Software such as AutoCAD 2019, PDF (Nitro Pro), Zoom, and Inventor 2019.
• Experience with scientific calculators and drafting equipment.
• Basic knowledge of Valmont products is preferred.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Family leave eligibility
• Year-end bonus