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KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services,industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB's research and development activities forms the basis for the company's success.
People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today.
At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference - the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products.

OVERVIEW:

The Reverse Engineering Drafter will report directly to the Technical Support Manager and be responsible for reverse engineering of parts, assemblies, and the workscopes therein.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read and understand AutoCAD drawings/sketches and standards
• Consult with the engineering team while utilizing design concepts and determining requirements for detailed working drawings
• Measuring parts using instruments such as electronic metrology equipment, rulers, calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.
• Collaborate with pump shop employees to gather critical data/information for reverse engineering
• Effectively communicate with customer service personnel to ensure updates are provided on job progress and needs/hold points are effectively communicated
• Reverse engineering pump parts such as impellers, pump cases, bearing houses, etc.
• RFQ basics - details to be checked before drawing, fill and update information
• Make assembly models/drawings, check fitment, and ensure proper running clearances
• Operate CMM equipment to collecting data for part development
• First article casting inspections
• Part repair work scope development
• RFQ - Assign new drawing number for parts not in our database
• Work Orders - check work order, print drawing and assign to right department
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma/GED and/or 3+ years of equivalent work experience
• Drafting or equivalent technical degree preferred
• Desire to grow beyond the current scope of drafter duties and responsibilities
• Able to communicate effectively and professionally. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Previous experience working as a member of a successful team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Inventor Cam and Master Cam experience
• AutoCAD experience
• Reverse Engineering Pump Parts experience

KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.