Drafting Engineer - PA

Job Description

Drafting Engineer (Eastern Division)

Ritz-Craft is currently accepting applications for a Drafting Engineering to work as an integral part of our Engineering Team in our residential division. Qualified applicants must have the ability to communicate professionally and effectively and work well in a team environment for project collaboration and delivery on a cross functional team with responsibilities from conceptual to production. As a Drafting Engineering, you are essential in the coordination of project schematic designs, drawing sets, subsets, and shop fabrication drawings for project success, all the while bringing flair and critical thinking to help solve complex problems in today's custom modular home market. If you have the spark and desire to join a growing team, with career path opportunities for the future, read on, and explore with our team today.

Desired skills

Preparation and development of 2D/3D shop drawings in accordance with Ritz-Craft standards.

Utilize Industry standards, Ritz-Craft design standards, and Ritz-Craft production standards for all HUD/MOD/COM projects assigned.

Work closely with 3rd party design and regulatory professionals for successful project collaboration.

Maintaining accurate records of drawings and details throughout projects lifecycle.

Lead interaction with others in a team environment: Project Management, Procurement, Product Development, Sales, Customers, and the production teams with clear skills and focus for project success wherever possible and applicable.

Preparation of material orders as required through scheduling within the model to share with Operations as needed and requested.

Offer design ideas and suggestions based on the client's needs and input where applicable.

Knowledge of current industry standards, software trends, and design applications and programs

Working knowledge of 3D modeling as it relates to architectural building components within BIM and DfMA principles and best practices is a plus.

Education/Experience

CAD workflow understanding and application a must

2 years minimum hands-on experience in CAD software applications and professional use

Recommended 2 years working experience in the modular industry with relevant knowledge of architectural and commercial building construction practices and offsite construction

Relevant knowledge of Architecture, Architectural Drafting, Engineering Technology, Fabrication or equivalent

Strong analytical and project management skills

Strong communication skills and team focus

Ability to interact with all levels of the company

Ability to drive projects to successful completion

Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook

Experienced software knowledge and use of Revit and AutoCAD together for cross functional teams

Knowledge of the manufacturing process a plus

Knowledge of modular systems and architectural design a plus

BIM workflow understanding and application a plus

Knowledge of 3D modeling as it relates to architectural building components within BIM a plus

ERP workflow understanding a plus

Knowledge of Navisworks, BIM360 products, Lumion, Chief Architect, BricsCAD, Tekla, Procore, Solidworks, Sketchup, Rhino, Dynamo, and Grasshopper are also a plus

Company Details

Ritz-Craft is the largest family-owned, off-site, modular home manufacturer in the United States. Although our company is large in size and reach, our core focus is on our People, Partnerships, & Performance (PPP), and remains family focused with our 3rd generation of leadership at the helm. Our offsite construction process can produce efficient repetitive builds and/or fully custom homes, all in an environmentally controlled atmosphere, decreasing costly environmental impacts onsite, and increasing quality in both workmanship & material storage through our strategic partnership in projects. Our family of companies includes both residential and commercial volumetric modular construction offerings, a full commercial transportation division, a competitive wholesale building products distribution center, a semi-custom cabinet company, and a fine dining and accommodations venue at the Rusty Rail.

Benefits

In addition to quality and safe working conditions, competitive wages, and employee career growth opportunities, we offer a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits encourage our employees and their families to build a lifelong relationship with us.

Affordable Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with 4% company match

All candidates are subject to a background check, drug screen, and reference checks

Full-time