Drafter / Shop Drawing Analyst & Designer

Posted 4 days ago

interlake mecaluxChicago (IL)

Mechanical Drafters Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing

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About the role

We are seeking a skilled, organized, and proactive Drafter to join our engineering team. This professional will be responsible for analyzing production drawings and for the creation of new drawings. Our company manufactures industrial storage systems using bent sheet metal components and structural steel profiles. The ideal candidate is and interested in contributing to both production efficiency and new product development.

Responsibilities: Analyze and review production drawings and fabrication plans. Develop technical drawings and new manufacturing projects. Verify dimensions, tolerances, materials, and assembly details. Maintain and organize technical drawing databases and project documentation. Support manufacturing teams with technical clarification and drawing interpretation. Identify production challenges and propose practical engineering solutions.

Minimum Requirements:

Experience reading, interpreting, and creating industrial fabrication drawings.
Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, bending processes, and structural steel profiles.
Education or training related to drafting, mechanical design, or related fields.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects and databases efficiently while maintaining accuracy.
Agility and strong sense of urgency in handling tasks and project deadlines.
Previous experience working in a manufacturing or production environment involving similar systems ins preferred.
Previous experience in an engineering office developing fabrication and production drawings for sheet metal and structural steel assemblies is preferred.
We Offer:
Competitive compensation.
The ability to become a part of an industry-leading dynamic team with a high focus on delivering results and continuous improvement.401(k) plan through Fidelity, with a generous company match; 100% vested immediately upon contributing and no waiting period to start participating.
Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off with the option to cash out unused PTO every year.
Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plans, along with dental and vision benefits.
Opportunities for career development and advancement; enhance your technical, specialized knowledge and gain new skills through promotions from within.

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