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Mechanical Designer Drafter II

Red Valve
$27.28 - $34.10 / hr
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh
750 Holiday Drive (Show on map)
Oct 04, 2025
*GENERAL SUMMARY* The role of the Mechanical Designer Drafter II is to interpret customer orders and specifications based on the level of documentation required. This role includes processing customer special orders efficiently through design and bill of materials to ensure that a quality, manufacturable product is delivered on time. The Mechanical Designer Drafter II provides technical assistance on products to all departments, plants, and customers. In addition, the role coordinates designs with the sales, quality, and manufacturing departments. *PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)* Design and process customer special orders. Provide new designs or modified designs based on modifications to standard Dezurik products Creation of 2D or 3D drawings and layouts using DraftSight/AutoCad, Inventor, & SolidWorks. Drawings include customer installation, assembly, and piece parts drawings. Create and enter part numbers, bill of materials, and routers into an ERP system. Process special design orders, which include individual parts by modifying similar parts and completed assemblies. Review customer project and product specifications to ensure design, documentation, and submittal information follow the specifications. Contact vendors for technical data on purchased components. Create vendor specifications as required for customer special orders. Expedite orders to meet customer required dates. Assist with continuation improvement projects with other engineering departments. Assist with design, drafting, bill of materials, submittals, parts, application engineering, product engineering, purchasing, planners, field service, shop floor, and any other area where special order design knowledge and history is needed. Provide internal engineering and troubleshooting support. *EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE* High school diploma plus a 2-year associate or vocational degree in technical drafting and design, and 2 years of related experience. Proficient use of 2D and 3D CAD drafting systems and computer processes. Working knowledge of fluid power systems, instrumentation, and basic electronics. *KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES* Understanding of manufacturing and foundry practices and processes. Working knowledge of DeZURIK product lines and business systems. Good understanding of DeZURIK standards as well as a working knowledge of industry standards. Good written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with others, inside and outside of the company. Good interpersonal skills to provide support to the Engineering group and must be capable of making decisions with guidance on larger tasks. Able to work independently on larger features. Prioritizes own workload in accordance with department goals and daily reports. *PHYSICAL DEMANDS* Physical demands are typical of an office position, including extended periods of sitting, extensive use of a personal computer, and telephone. Factory floor support is imperative. The physical requirements of the job are related to some testing in the engineering lab, field service activities that can be part of the job assignments, or handling component parts in the plant during a quality inspection. *WORKING CONDITIONS* Normal manufacturing and office environment. When working occasionally in some shop areas, personal protection equipment (PPE) will be recommended and/or required (safety shoes, safety glasses w/side shields, hearing protection, face shield, gloves, apron and boots). Must have the ability to support extended business hours to meet customer business needs. *DISCLAIMER* The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. *QUALITY* Quality encompasses all aspects of DeZURIK, Inc.'s business, and every team member shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and the quality system. All team members have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and, through designated channels, initiate and recommend solutions. *SALARY AND BENEFITS* DeZURIK offers a competitive hourly rate in the $27.28 to $34.10 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus opportunities tied to performance. Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. DeZURIK also provides a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan for employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it's needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays. #LI-JW1