Freelance Computer Aided Design Drafter Jobs in Riverside, CA

Our Ontario team is looking for a skilled CAD drafter to join the team. This person will play a crucial role in the design and development process, collaborating with the manufacturing team and sales department. The right candidate will have a keen eye for detail, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, high proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD & SolidWorks), and a desire to jump in and support our rapidly expanding Pipe Supports division. 

Job Purpose:

Prepare technical CAD drawings for assigned projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Creating Technical Drawings: Drafting precise technical drawings, plans, and diagrams using CAD software based on specifications provided by engineers, architects, or designers.
• Detailing and Annotations: Ensuring that drawings are accurately detailed, annotated, and dimensioned to convey necessary information for construction or production
• Collaboration: Collaborate with sales and manufacturing teams to understand project requirements and incorporate design changes as necessary.

• Quality Assurance: Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to industry standards and project requirements.

• Project Analysis: Revise and update existing drawings reflecting design changes.
• Material Takeoffs: Assisting in material takeoffs and quantity surveys to support project estimation and procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD Software: Expertise in using CAD software (AutoCAD and SolidWorks) with a strong understanding of drafting principles and techniques.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of engineering or architectural principles, construction methods, and materials to accurately translate design concepts into technical drawings.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy and precision in drafting tasks, including proper dimensioning, scaling, and annotation.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, convey technical information clearly, and address design issues.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve design conflicts or technical challenges during the drafting process. Anticipate and troubleshoot areas of concern and resolve issues.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Processes: Understanding of manufacturing processes and techniques, including machining, welding, and fabrication, for drafting mechanical or industrial designs.

This is not an exhaustive list and other duties related to account management may be required. ITP is ADA compliant and welcomes requests for accommodations to the listed essential duties.

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma
  • 3+ years related work experience
  • Ability to analyze and interpret designs/drawings
  • Expertise in using CAD software (AutoCAD & SolidWorks)
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communications skills both verbal and written

DESIRABLE:

• Bilingual - Spanish (plus)
  • Experience of using Epicor P21 ERP system
  • Experience in the fastener industry

Company Overview:

Industrial Threaded Products, Inc. (ITP) is a leading distributor and manufacturer of commercial threaded products and fasteners. The company has grown from a small industrial distributor in 1979 to a global supply chain service provider today, serving organizations nationwide. The company’s growth has in part been attributable to its ongoing focus on better serving its customers through expanded and improved capabilities and product offerings, most recently by adding an automatic packaging line and custom threading operation. ITP serves several different industries and market segments, with a core focus on Construction, Waterworks, OEM, Pipe Supports, and Structural Steel. The company is family owned but is managed by a senior executive team focused on strategy and ongoing planning. Management places high value on training and empowering its team members and rewarding performance. The company’s headquarters are located in Brea, CA which hosts centralized accounting, sales and purchasing functions as well as warehouse, packaging, and kitting operations. Fabrication, manufacturing, and warehousing operations are located within the Rancho Cucamonga, CA facility. The Fresno, CA warehouse services Northern California and a number of national accounts. The acquisitions of Construction Tool & Threading Co., Ababa Bolt, and Bristol Machine Co. have been pivotal in expanding our capabilities, broadening our product and service offerings, and reinforcing our commitment to meeting the diverse needs of our customers nationwide.

ITP’s Core Values:
Our core values are intrinsic in all we do, and all employees must learn and work to them in all they do:
Serving (we thoroughly enjoy providing a level of quality & service that goes far beyond what is expected)
Hardworking (we are passionate and will outwork any competitor with efficiency and relentless focus)
Innovative (we choose to be a solutions-driven company committed to strategic innovation)
Relational (people matter deeply to us and we treat them with the highest level of respect and loyalty)
Trusted (we are honored by the level of trust given to us by our customers and we embrace our reputation)
Candor (approaching all dealings and communications in a respectful, open, and honest way)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $20-$22 per hour DOE

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years related CAD drafting experience

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM