Mechanical Design/Drafter

Company Overview Premier Technology, Inc. is a woman-owned small business specializing in engineering, manufacturing, and construction management. Since 1996, we have grown into a trusted provider for clients across various industries including Food and Beverage production, Mining, Energy, Defense, and Nuclear sectors. We are committed to fostering leadership and delivering high-quality solutions. Primary Function: Use computer aided drafting software to provide design and drafting support for shop fabrication and field installation projects. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Use three-dimensional modeling software to provide detailed, accurate, and timely shop and assembly drawings for the purpose of fabricating equipment in the shop or installing equipment in the field. Shows dimensions, materials of construction, welds, and other information necessary to make detailed drawings clear and complete. Prepares working drawings from internal and external designs and specifications. Prepares programming files for material preparation, pre-assembly, and machining. Perform internal department peer reviews of drawings prior to external submittal and review. Estimate design/drafting time for potential projects using client-provided sketches, drawings, and specifications. Provide conceptual drawings for helping estimators with the bidding process and completing material take-offs. Develop drawings for internal fixturing designs and construction aids. Assist in the inspection of shop fabricated work for correctness of assembly and fabrication per the drawings that are produced. Integrate into the design process by assisting engineers with basic engineering calculations and equipment design while producing project-required drawings.Participate in manufacturability reviews to improve design, provide recommendations, and determine fabrication approach and required drawing detail. Develop and adhere to company and departmental procedures and guidelines as well as Industry Standards. Maintain facility infrastructure drawings. Position Levels Design Drafter I - 0-3 Years Associate’s Degree or Mechanical Drafting Certificate Basic knowledge of drafting principles Proficient user of CAD software Requires supervision on most projects Design Drafter II - 3-8 Years Advanced user of SOLIDWORKS, Inventor, AutoCAD or other CAD software Requires some supervision on projects when working new project types Able to work as sole designer/drafter on small projects Has a complete understanding of the technical procedures and processes that relate to drafting and design Some certification and/or training certificates related to the career field Design Drafter III - 8+ Years Expert user of SOLIDWORKS, Inventor, AutoCAD or other CAD software (able to train others) Able to lead a group of drafter/designers on large projects Provides project information related to budget, schedule and direction to others Understands how to interpret information found in engineering reports and specifications to create designs and drawings Able to work on all types of projects with little supervision Check drawings and designs Able to support design modifications to solve problems Has several certifications and/or training certificates related to the career field Promote and actively embrace the concept of a collaborative environment, with an emphasis on customer service, respect and candor. Safety is a cultural value, and it must be promoted and enforced at all times. Minimum Qualifications/Experience: Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with SOLIDWORKS, Autodesk Inventory and/or AutoCAD. Additional skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Manufacturing software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software. Ability to project a professional demeanor and adhere to strict project schedules. Other Qualifications The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of the conditions that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Regular, predictable, and on-site attendance is an essential function of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Premier Technology is a federal contractor, as such, this position will work on government contracts and requires that you are a US Citizen (not just authorized to work in the US). Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); and the ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus). Work Environment The majority of time the incumbent is exposed to a normal office environment. However, occasionally while performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a typical manufacturing shop environment. Pay: $22.00 - $40.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): What are your salary expectations? Premier Technology is a federal contractor working on projects for the government which require US Citizenship, not just authorization to work in the United States. Do you meet this criteria? Ability to Commute: Blackfoot, ID 83221 (Preferred) Work Location: In person