Drafter - Memphis, TN

A Great Opportunity for Growth within a Successful Company!

Join one of the United States' most progressive and innovative Engineering & Automation, Project & Construction Management, Business & Operations Consulting firms. EAD supports clients' projects on thousands of systems in industrial processing facilities specializing in food and beverage, life sciences, specialty chemical, consumer goods and parcel and logistics. This opportunity will enable you to enjoy a fast-paced environment working on projects of all sizes and complexities.

EAD Engineering is looking for a Drafter to prepare and provide first-rate CAD drawings for a multi-discipline core team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing detailed, quality drawings for industrial construction projects, according to engineering sketches and design proposals


• Responsible for layouts to depict functional relationships of equipment


• Confer with engineers and experts to interpret design concepts and determine type of detailed working drawings required for successful project execution


• Review sketches, drawings, and specifications from architects and other engineering specialists, and design, draft and/or implement changes to plans


• Develop detailed designs for construction builds according to engineering sketches and design proposals


• Flexible and accommodating in order to modify and revise designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce and/or identify project interferences


• Time manage and prioritize tasks to achieve results within cost and schedule constraints


• Responsible for adhering to all EAD's safety standards and practices


• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Associates of Science Degree in Drafting related field or combination of education and related experience required


• 2 years of experience with AutoCAD Software


• Knowledgeable in drafting practices and procedures


• Able to read and interpret specifications, architectural, electrical and mechanical plans


• Possess organizational skills


• Ability to set priorities and organize work to meet project deadlines


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Self-starter with strong attention to detail


• Ability to multi-task while working on numerous projects simultaneously


• Possess and able to maintain a valid driver's license


• Proficient in Microsoft Office with emphasis in knowledge of Excel, including macros

Preferred Certifications and skills:

• 2 years mechanical drafting field experience preferred


• Experience with equipment general arrangements and electrical schematics a plus

Working Conditions:

• Office, plant, or client site environment*


• Ability to sit and work at computer for extended periods of time


• Ability to walk up numerous flights of stairs/ladders multiple times a day and/or work in tight spaces in extreme conditions


• May work near moving mechanical parts and equipment*


• Office, Commercial and/or Industrial setting with the potential of exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals*


• Periodic weekend, holiday or evening work as needed


• Travel required

*EAD will provide training, administrative/engineering controls, and personal protective equipment as necessary.

We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and background will lead to a better workplace for our employees and a better product for our customers.

EAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.