Manufacturing Drafter - Oertel Metal Works

Started in 1988 as an architectural sheet metal job shop, Oertel Metal Works has grown to be an expert in the custom metal fabrication industry. Our mission is to fabricate our customer’s products the right way, on time, the first time.  At Oertel, we take pride in our employees, and are committed to providing a safe and productive work environment to grow each employee’s talents.

Oertel Metal Works is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Drafter to support our engineering and fabrication teams. This role is responsible for transforming design concepts into detailed drawings used for estimating, manufacturing, and fabrication.

Working closely with engineers, estimators, and production teams, the Manufacturing Drafter plays a key role in ensuring designs are accurate, manufacturable, and aligned with project specifications. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical precision, problem-solving, and collaboration in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do

Take customer-provided designs and translate them into detailed, fabrication-ready drawings for shop use

Break down assemblies into individual components, creating drawings for each piece to support accurate manufacturing

Apply practical fabrication knowledge, including flattening rolled materials, accounting for bend allowances, and adjusting designs for production

Partner closely with shop personnel, estimators, and engineers to ensure drawings are clear, buildable, and aligned with fabrication capabilities

Review and revise drawings based on specifications, material constraints, and shop feedback

Support estimating and production teams with technical documentation throughout the project lifecycle

What Makes You Successful in This Role

3+ years of drafting experience or a drafting degree (or equivalent experience)

Strong AutoCAD skills; experience with Inventor or other 3D tools is a plus

Experience in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment, with an understanding of how drawings translate to the shop floor

Knowledge of fabrication processes (bending, rolling, material layout) and ability to adjust drawings accordingly

Strong attention to detail, math/geometry skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a team environment

Education & Experience

Degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Design, or a related field preferred; or equivalent experience

At least 3 years experience in a Drafter or similar technical design role preferred

This position works Monday to Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm each day, with the option for overtime.  The pay range for this position starts at $31+/hour, based on experience.

Why should you work here?

Check out Oertel Metal Works, part of the McCarthy Bush Corp., here -> https://www.oertelmetalworks.com/

Competitive benefits and compensation package

8-hour shift schedule, with the opportunity for overtime

401k program with company match

Visit our website to learn more https://www.oertelmetalworks.com.

Oertel Metal Works is committed to equal employment opportunities and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and other to apply. Equal Opportunity is the Law.

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