Mechanical Drafter Job at Advantage Technical, Austin, TX

  • Advantage Technical
  • Austin, TX

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Drafter to support innovative engineering projects in Austin, TX. This contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong CAD design experience who enjoys developing custom mechanical solutions, creating technical documentation, and collaborating with engineering teams and manufacturing partners.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create detailed 2D and 3D mechanical drawings, models, assemblies, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) using CAD software.
  • Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to develop custom-engineered products and system solutions.
  • Design, model, and prototype mechanical components for industrial and test equipment applications.
  • Gather project requirements and develop technical specifications and documentation.
  • Work closely with suppliers and manufacturing partners to support fabrication and production processes.
  • Apply GD&T principles and mechanical design standards to ensure drawing accuracy and manufacturability.
  • Support project execution, product development, and engineering change activities.
  • Travel up to 25% as needed to support project and customer requirements.

Qualifications

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of Mechanical Drafting or Mechanical Design experience.
  • Advanced proficiency with CREO , Pro/E, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical design, GD&T, fabrication methods, and design documentation.
  • Experience creating detailed engineering drawings and BOMs.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.
  • U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder required for ITAR-related projects.

Preferred Skills

  • Fixture and tooling design
  • Thermal and stress analysis
  • FMEA and RCCA methodologies
  • Sheet metal, machining, casting, stamping, and extrusion processes
  • Basic electrical design principles and ESD awareness

Employee Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Commuter/Parking Accounts
  • People Perks Program
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • AD&D Insurance

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Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 5 - 10 years
Salary: $30 - $32 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work

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