DRAFTER - SR. DRAFTER - Mechanical Drafter (CAD & GD&T)

Southwest Research Institute

San Antonio, TX

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
3D Modeling, American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Analysis Skills, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Documentation, Driver's License, Engineering Change Management, Engineering Drawing, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Government, High School Diploma, Machining, Marine Engineering, PTC Creo, Pressure Vessels, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Research & Development (R&D), SolidWorks, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), United States Citizen, Welding
LOCATION
San Antonio, TX
POSTED
2 days ago

DRAFTER - SR. DRAFTER - Mechanical Drafter (CAD & GD&T)

18-01608

Who We Are:

The Marine Structures & Engineering Section provides engineering R&D services for commercial and government customers. We design, analyze, fabricate, and commission pressure vessels of various types for land-based, subsea, manned, and unmanned purposes.

Objectives of this Role:
  • Develop and maintain detailed engineering drawings and models for pressure vessels, structures, and mechanical systems.
  • Apply ANSI Y14.5 GD&T standards to ensure parts are fully defined and manufacturable.
  • Execute and maintain engineering change processes, including incorporation of redlines and revision control.
  • Ensure drawings and models align with fabrication, inspection, and quality requirements. Apply ANSI Y14.5 GD&T standards to ensure parts are fully defined and manufacturable.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
  • Work directly with engineers to clarify design intent and resolve technical questions.
  • Create and revise 2D drawings and 3D models using Creo and SolidWorks.
  • Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, and quality teams to resolve design and documentation issues.
Requirements:
  • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent or an Associates degree in Computer Aided Design or related field.
  • 4+ years: Creating detailed mechanical drawings in a production or engineering environment.
  • 4+ years: Proficiency in Creo and/or SolidWorks for 3D modeling and drawing generation.
  • 2+ years: Familiarity with fabrication processes (machining, welding, inspection).
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Special Requirements:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas

For more information about this division, visit the Mechanical Engineering home page.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.

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