Summary: Seeking a Mechanical Drafter to join an established engineering team, creating and maintaining production-ready drawings, models, and assemblies for specialized pipeline and gas-line equipment. Highlights: 1. Hands-on role supporting specialized pipeline and gas-line equipment 2. Work closely with engineering, operations, and leadership 3. Create and maintain production-ready drawings, models, and assemblies Apply Now Chicago, IL 60632 | $60,000–$80,000 | Full-Time, Onsite Looking for a drafting role where your drawings actually make it from the screen to the shop and into real-world equipment? We’re seeking a Mechanical Drafter to join a small, established engineering team supporting specialized pipeline and gas-line equipment. This is a hands-on environment where you’ll work closely with engineering, operations, and leadership to create and maintain production-ready drawings, models, and assemblies. This is a 100% onsite position in Chicago, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Remote and hybrid work are not available. Mechanical Drafter Benefits and Compensation: $60,000–$80,000 annual salary, based on experience Health insurance with 100% of the employee premium paid 50% of family health insurance premiums paid Profit-sharing opportunity Monday–Friday daytime schedule Stable, established organization with a long-tenured team Direct access to engineering, operations, and senior leadership Hands-on exposure to specialized mechanical equipment and real-world applications Mechanical Drafter Requirements & Qualifications: Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent training in Mechanical Drafting, Mechanical Design, or a related discipline Experience creating 2D drawings and 3D mechanical models Working knowledge of SolidWorks and AutoCAD Strong understanding of mechanical components, dimensions, materials, fit-ups, and assemblies Ability to read, review, revise, and create detailed production drawings Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills Comfortable working 100% onsite and collaborating directly with engineering and operations Must Haves: Create detailed part, assembly, and production drawings from concepts, sketches, and existing designs Build and revise 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD Verify dimensions, materials, component fit-ups, and assembly completeness before drawings are released Research technical information from vendors, catalogs, and product specifications when developing models Work directly with the engineering team to troubleshoot component and product issues Maintain organized relationships between models, assemblies, and drawing files Mechanical Drafter Preferred Background & Skills: Experience with piping systems, pressure components, mechanical layouts, or industrial equipment Pipeline, natural gas, utility, pressure-vessel, or related industrial experience Familiarity with ASME and/or API standards Experience working with fabricated or welded components Exposure to manufacturing, fabrication, installation, or field operations Experience working in a smaller organization where engineering and operations collaborate closely Strong communication skills and the ability to work through design issues with multiple departments Apply Now
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