Junior Engineer Drafter

Job Summary

At DuraServ, we are one of the main distributors of commercial door and dock manufacturers. Therefore, we aspire to be the most trusted provider in the industry. Since opening the doors in 2001, our secret to sustaining continual growth has been our culture, which is focused on taking great care of every customer, treating employees well and with respect, and being “first and best” in all markets servicing our customers.

DuraServ’s continued double-digit growth necessitates a strong professional Junior Engineer/Drafter supporting our Proprietary Brands. This role, reporting to the Engineering Manager and in an entry-level engineering role responsible for supporting the engineering function, generating/drafting architectural and product prints, BOM review and development, and day-to-day engineering support.

Essential Functions

• Create manufacturing drawings of assemblies and models including GD&T and B.O.M. information.
• Interpreting 2D drawings and layouts for migration into a 3D environment
• Communicate with customers and team members regarding project scope, change requests, and milestone completions.
• Track project progress using sources available to ensure project initiatives are met.
• Make decisions concerning personal time management and task prioritization to deliver quality service, on time and under budget.
• Plans mechanical drawings by reviewing sketches, descriptions, specifications, and supporting documents, and conferring with the sales team and customers.
• LEAN thinker that’s customer-centric with a process-driven mindset that involves all stakeholders to deliver process improvements that safely move the needle.
• Align to and support capital equipment programs for production and information systems. Ensure implementation of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Other duties assigned
• Review and generate BOM’s for existing and new products within product portfolio.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to check manufacturing drawings to determine proper fit and function, correctness, and completeness of information.
• Must have strong mechanical aptitude, good reasoning, and problem-solving skills.

• Application of lean/continuous improvement tools & techniques in low volume high-value production/manufacturing environment
• Top-tier analytical skills and ability to translate data and trends into solutions.
• Superb verbal and written communication and presentation skills with a keen ability to coordinate and interact professionally with customers and stakeholders.
• Work effectively within and across teams to build partnerships, cohesiveness, and trust.
• Problem-solving, results-oriented accountability with a strong execution background
• Project management with a track record of process improvement
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects and priorities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• In office environment
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Travel

• This job requires 5% planned business travel.

Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in engineering or engineering technology preferred, Bachelor’s degree in engineering desired
• Minimum three (3) years experience in mechanical engineering utilizing one or more 3D CAD packages such as Onshape, Autocad, Autodesk, Autodesk Inventor, Solidworks, CATIA, Solid Edge, DraftSight, etc.
• At least 3 years experience in the manufacturing industry supporting engineering operations in a LEAN environment.
• ASQ certifications CQE, or CRE desired.
• GD&T experience is desired.

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, advanced Excel skills desired

Benefits:

• Continuous training and development program
• We offer a full benefits package including health, dental, vision, supplement insurance plans, and a 401K with company match.
• The company benefits include life insurance and short and long-term disability.
• My Personal Health Assistant program for a healthier you.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Equal is Greater

At DuraServ, Inclusion and Diversity are more than just words for us as our teams positively impact our employees, customers, and community stakeholders from every background.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity. DuraServ is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.

DuraServ is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.