CAD Drafter jobs in Birmingham, AL

Amp Industrial Services

Electrical Designer / CAD Drafter

Amp Industrial Services (AIS) is a privately owned company formed by individuals with over 70 years of combined experience in the manufacturing, installation, and commissioning of industrial electrical equipment. Our goal is to place the customer first while providing quality OEM/Custom equipment, engineering, and installation services. AIS engineers and technicians are all highly trained and motivated professionals who have the knowledge to provide standard or unique engineering solutions and/or equipment tailored to the customer's requirements on time.

Learn more about us at: https://www.amp-ind.com/

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed electrical drawings that meet the specifications of our client
• Partner with the engineering team to ensure the accuracy of the drawings
• Assist with the project development using AutoCAD, Revit and other design tools
• Use expertise in design and analysis to ensure that the drawings are thorough and complete
• Communicate and exchange concepts and ideas with the technical and project management teams
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineering and technical professionals
• Provide regular project updates to the engineering and project management team
• Work with the 3D models to create 2D drawings for prefabrication and installation
• Transform initial rough product designs using CAD into working documents
• Independently develop in-house drafting standards, tools, and libraries
• Identify model content issues and coordinate with the team for needed corrections
• Ensuring work output is of a technically high standard and activities are commercially viable
• Review engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards
•  Provision of technical input within budgeted times and costs as agreed with the Project Manager
• Liaising with Project Managers to ensure work outputs are meeting client needs

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Must have expert knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD and Inventor
• Electrical design experience is a major plus
• Possess no less than 3 years of related drafting experience
• Possess a positive and proactive approach to addressing challenges and working with team members
• Ability to build strong professional cross-functional relationships
• Honest, trustworthy and dependable
• Sound knowledge of manual and CAD drafting techniques
• Familiarization with current drafting requirements for various industries
• Ability to read and navigate through construction drawings, electrical drawings, 1-line diagrams
• Technical knowledge of Mechanical systems, Electrical systems and
• Construction methodologies/processes via experience or education
• Good problem-solving abilities
• Organized, systematic and competent to perform detailed tasks
• Self-starter and motivated to work efficiently and effectively
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work and cooperate with others on an international setting 

Compensation:

• Full Time
• $20.00 - $27.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.
• Excess Straight Time pay for work over 40hrs/week (8hr/day when traveling)
• Annual Performance Bonus, up to 18% of Salary (not guaranteed, dependent on independent performance and company performance/profitability)
• 6-month performance evaluation salary increase (Not guaranteed, dependent on independent performance)
• 12-month performance evaluation salary increase (Not guaranteed, dependent on independent performance)
• Professional development training (various job-specific opportunities and flexible to assist PDH needs.
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance
• ST/LT Disability
• Accident Supplement

Must have requirements:

• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Reside in or near Alabaster, AL