Technical Drafter

Novel Engineering Inc

Melbourne, FL

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JOB DETAILS

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SKILLS

Bill of Materials (BOM), CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Computer Skills, Concrete, Cost Estimates, Data Quality, Depth Perception, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Electricity, English Language, Licensing, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Mechanical Assembly, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Office Equipment, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Product Data Management (PDM), Requirements Management, Safety/Work Safety, SolidWorks, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Writing, Time Management, United States Citizen, Voltmeter

LOCATION

Melbourne, FL

POSTED

30+ days ago

JOB TITLE: Technical Drafter

REPORTS TO: Drafting Supervisor

DIRECT REPORTS: None

JOB PURPOSE: The Technical Drafter is a contract position that performs computer-aided drafting and support for engineers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Create and edit mechanical, assembly, electrical and/or control drawings to meet specifications utilizing Solid Works. Create original drawings from hand sketches and CAD models

· Review drawings to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards

· Assist engineer with parts lists, cost estimating, and plans & specifications development

· Follow customer processes and procedures

· Initiate follow-up to update documentation when any changes may occur

· Ensure that all work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Associate degree in computer-aided drafting or ideally at least 5 years of equivalent experience or any other equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for the job. Must be proficient in CAD techniques, ASME standards, creating assemblies, exploded views, and creating parts lists, BOM's, 2D drawings, creating drawing views.

CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSING

None

KEY COMPETENCIES

· Attention to Detail-Double-checks the accuracy of information and work product to provide accurate and consistent work. Provides information on a timely basis and in a usable form to others who need to act on it. Carefully monitors the details and quality of own work.

· Design-- Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.

· Adaptability--Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

· Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

· Skillset—Must be able to understand top-down assemblies and perform assembly mating, exploded views, wire/cable routing, configuration creation and assignment, PDM workflows and processes, and general drawing practices.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Should have the ability to read, write, and speak the English language to communicate with employees, customers, and suppliers; in person, on the phone or by written communication; in a clear, straightforward, and professional manner. Must be able to read and comprehend technical manuals to ascertain information needed.

MECHANICAL SKILLS

Ability to use and perform tasks using basic mechanical tools (i.e., screw drivers, wrenches, voltmeter…. etc.) as well as occasionally climbing ladders.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. Ability to convert between metric and imperial measurement systems.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.

COMPUTER SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have knowledge of drafting and experience with CAD, SolidWorks, Excel, and Microsoft Office. Must be familiar with ASME drawing standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk, and stand, talk or hear; both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally climb ladders.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Visual acuity must be high enough to view computer screens from 36 inches and to read customer documentation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas, which may require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.

TRAVEL

No travel is expected with this position

WORK LOCATION

In person.

NOTES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

US Citizenship Required

Contract Length: Date of hire to 10/16/2026, Short-term

Pay Rate: $35.00/hour

Job Type: 1099, Full-time

About the Company

Novel Engineering Inc

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