Mechanical Design Drafter (Knight Const. & Supply)

Growing continually since 1968, Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. (KCS) is a General Contractor (WA license #KNIGHCS2810N) focused on large heavy construction projects and industrial plant facility maintenance.

As a family-owned company and former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers National Civil Works Contractor of the Year Award winner, we enjoy close ties with Eastern Washington/Idaho communities around our Deer Park, WA headquarters. For over 50 years, we have been lauded by public agencies, commercial clients, and federal officials for our work in building and updating hydraulic steel and concrete properties as well as their associated actuators. These projects control the water flow, fish passage, and barge traffic via dams on systems including the Columbia and Snake Rivers as well as other waterways in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, and the Dakotas.

With an uninterrupted reputation for quality, stable work environment, and long-term employees while providing training and opportunities as the company has grown, KCS seeks additional motivated people to carry on this tradition of excellence in the field and close-knit support within the community. KCS maintains office, manufacturing, and fabrication facilities onsite featuring millwrights, electricians, heavy equipment and crane operators, as well as general laborers and administrative personnel. We want you to become a part of our team tackling some of the toughest hydroelectric and heavy industrial projects while enjoying the less hectic atmosphere of the region to enjoy family and friends in one of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of the U.S.

Mechanical Design Drafter

Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. (KCS) is seeking a motivated and innovative Mechanical/Structural Drafter with the attitude and skills to support heavy industrial construction projects through CAD 3D modeling and the generation of drawings using AutoDesk Inventor, AutoCAD and Microstation in accordance with contract requirements. The modeling and drawings are required to communicate everything from part details to the construction site model with the installation instruction set required to meet the customer’s objectives and KCS quality and efficiency standards. This position is supported with the latest in computer technology and CAD software is maintained on subscription.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

These duties are those typically performed in this position.  Employee may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties.

Complete requested technical modeling and drawing tasks using CAD software 

Review and interpret internal, customer or vendor supplied technical drawings

Maintain up-to-date training and knowledge on CAD software and drafting standards

Represent corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization

Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND EDUCATION

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Minimum three years’ experience with structural/mechanical 3D modeling and drafting, design methods, techniques and procedures

Proficient with Autodesk Inventor (preferred) or Solidworks, AutoCad, and MicroStation

Proficient with Vault Basic (Inventor PDM)

Proficient with Microsoft Office products and BlueBeam (PDF) products

Proficient in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics and related specifications

Experience with pdf conversion to drawings and vector images

Experience working with machinists, fabricators and welder operators building from the drawings

Ability to interpret and follow verbal and written instructions; Comfortable receiving and providing feedback on models, drawings and workflow

Able to work independently and collaboratively; Effective verbal and written communication skills in a team environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. 

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Occasional walking, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, crouching,/squatting up to 8+ hours per day

Ability to lift/push/pull up to 10 lbs. constantly (67-100% of time); up to 25 lbs. frequently (34-66% of time)

Ability to communicate (read, write, speak) constantly (67-100% of time)

Handling and manipulating objects and materials

Coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers

See with or without correction; hear with or without correction

JOB AND COMPANY BENEFITS

Top of market hourly rate DOE+ 

Employer paid benefit package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance)

Voluntary health plans (Flexible Spending Account, Long-term Disability and Life)

401(k) with Employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays and sick leave

Stable, family owned and operated business that focuses on the value of our employees

Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 509.276.2229 or [email protected].