Mechanical Drafter (Assemblies/Systems/Parts)

Contract, Hybrid - Wilmington, NC

For more than 150 years, our client has combined its unparalleled expertise in glass science, ceramics science, and optical physics, along with its deep manufacturing and engineering capabilities, to develop category-defining products that transform industries and enhance people's lives. With five major business sectors: display technologies, environmental technologies, life sciences, optical communications, and specialty materials, they are also among the Forbes 500 largest companies in the US.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

As a member of a global drafting department - you will assist in the creation, revision, and storage of electronic drawing files (Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD) for custom designed process equipment located in numerous worldwide manufacturing locations.
 Primary responsibilities include assisting the area drafting lead with completing all required work to an engineering/development drawing set prior to release into the system (Autodesk Vault). 

Typical tasks include creating 3D models and associated drawings or editing existing models/drawings all while ensuring they follow company drafting standards: precision manufacturing, sheet metal, weldment, and assembly drawings are typical. 

No new design activity will be within scope of this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Correct redlined models/drawings issued by drafting lead or engineering/development teams
• Convert legacy hand drawn and AutoCAD drawings into 3D models and associative drawings
• Create 2D drawings from existing 3D models from other users
• Collect data from engineering teams and incorporate information into appropriate drawing
• Collect measurements/information from production floor to incorporate into drawings

PLEASE NOTE:

• Our client is seeking a drafter, this is not a designer role. 
• Drafting mechanical parts/assemblies and mechanical systems for manufacturing settings. 
• This is not for civil or architectural drafting and unfortunately, this type of background will not be a fit.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years professional experience in the mechanical drafting field
• Working knowledge of ASME/ANSI drafting standards
• General Windows-based computer skills
• Proficient in the use of 3D CAD software and PDM/PLM - file management tools (such as Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks and Autodesk Vault, Windchill software)
• Able to adapt to company standards and guidelines
• Strong work ethic
• Strong attention to detail

Required Education:

Candidates should possess one of the following, but other technical degrees with demonstrated skills in drafting will be considered:

• A.A.S. Mechanical Engineering Technology degree
• A.O.S. Drafting/CAD degree
• Drafting Certificate/Certification
• Candidates without degrees must demonstrate proficiency in 2D and 3D drafting and at least 2 years of Drafting/CAD Technician and Mechanical Engineering experience.