Mechanical CAD Drafter

We are BEKUM America Corporation, the world’s leading designer and builder of extrusion blow molding machines. We are proud of our legacy, our accomplishments and our worldwide reputation for excellence and innovation. We recognize that our employees are key to our success and we believe in mentoring, tutoring and further developing our employees. We know PEOPLE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE!

Summary:
Use AutoCAD (2005 or later) and/or 2D/3D SolidWorks to create and modify engineering drawings such as electrical schematics, panel layouts, brackets, and wireway layouts for blow molding machinery production and retrofitting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create/update Bills of Materials in the mainframe system.

• Collaborate with engineers to modify and upgrade design documents.

• Implement Engineering Change Orders based on input from Engineering, Production, and Service.

• Assist in maintaining safety signs and labels database for engraving.

• Modify machine diagrams and mechanical assembly drawings.

• Communicate with external equipment manufacturers to ensure design integration.

• Produce detailed multi-view drawings from sketches and layouts.

• Review drawings for accuracy, dimensions, materials, and assembly relationships.

• Calculate angles, weights, tolerances, and other design parameters.

• Associate’s degree in engineering or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 3 years experience with AutoCAD (2005 or newer) and electrical components knowledge preferred.

• Minimum 3 years experience with 3D design software such as SolidWorks, Solid Edge, Catia, or Mechanical Desktop.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software.

Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and safety guidelines.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Basic algebra and geometry skills for design calculations.

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Mostly sedentary work involving sitting and use of hands for computer work.

• Occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 10 pounds.

• Visual acuity including color vision and close focus is required.

Work Environment:

• Generally quiet office environment.

• Reasonable accommodations available to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Additional:

• May require occasional international travel.

• Responsibilities may change to meet business needs.

Bekum America Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable state and federal employment laws.

Bekum America Corporation offers a total compensation package that emphasizes the health and wellbeing of our diverse workforce, and encourages work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits suite aligns with our belief that people are at the center of our success and should be valued as such.

Bekum America offers full medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability, tuition assistance, paid holidays, competitive vacation package, 401 (K) with company match and profit sharing, increases tied to performance, and a path for continued training and development.

Bekum America Corporation reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete, and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities, and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of its business.

Your contact person for this position:

Amber Stein, HR Manager, (517) 655-7126, [email protected]