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Inventor Designer/Drafter

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Inventor Designer/Drafter Type: Contract to hire - 6-months Pay: $35.00/hr. - $45.00/hr DOE Location: Galena Park, TX Onsite: Yes Schedule: Monday - Thursday Onsite, Friday Remote Skills: Inventor ...

Autocraft Group Inc.

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3D Designer (CAD Designer)

Purcellville, VA · On-site

$28 - $38.50/hr

Position Summary Autocraft Group Inc. is seeking an experienced Autodesk Inventor Designer with a practical engineering and manufacturing background. This position is responsible for creating ...

Autocraft Group Inc.

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3D Designer (CAD Designer)

Purcellville, VA · On-site

$28 - $38.50/hr

Position Summary Autocraft Group Inc. is seeking an experienced Autodesk Inventor Designer with a practical engineering and manufacturing background. This position is responsible for creating ...

Mueller Environmental Designs

Designer

Brookshire, TX · On-site

The primary role of a Designer/Drafter is to create fabrication drawings for pressure vessels, structural steel, piping, and P&ID's using Inventor and AutoCAD software. Serve as a mentor for other ...

Paragon Store Fixtures

Millwork Designer

Big Lake, MN · Remote

$104K - $111K/yr

Senior Millwork Designer ​Location: Big Lake, MN (On-site) Position Type: Full-Time ​Company ... This role requires a master-level understanding of Autodesk Inventor and the ability to solve ...

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An Inventor Designer is responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and developing new products or innovations. They use creative problem-solving skills and technical knowledge to create functional prototypes and refine designs based on testing and feedback. Often working with engineers and manufacturers, they ensure designs are feasible for production. This role requires expertise in CAD software, materials, and industry trends to bring ideas to life efficiently.

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Inventor Designers often face the challenge of balancing creativity with practical constraints like budget, manufacturability, and user needs. They regularly iterate on prototypes, requiring resilience and adaptability when initial ideas do not work as planned. Collaborating with engineers, marketers, and production teams is key, as aligning different perspectives can be complex but essential for product success. These challenges foster professional growth, improve collaboration skills, and contribute to more innovative final solutions.

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To thrive as an Inventor Designer, you need a strong background in product design, engineering principles, and creative problem-solving, often supported by a relevant degree in industrial design or engineering. Mastery of CAD software, rapid prototyping tools, and knowledge of intellectual property processes are typically essential. Strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork distinguish top performers by enabling them to effectively pitch ideas and collaborate across disciplines. These skills ensure innovative solutions are not only conceived and developed but also successfully brought to market in a competitive environment.

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Inventor Designer/Drafter

Tulsa, OK • On-site

Archon Resources
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$35 - $45/hr

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Position: Inventor Designer/Drafter
Type:  Contract to hire - 6-months
Pay:  $35.00/hr. - $45.00/hr DOE
Location:  Galena Park, TX
Onsite:  Yes 
Schedule:  Monday - Thursday Onsite, Friday Remote
Skills:  Inventor experience designing platforms, skids, and structural designs.
What you will do:
• Translate design specifications from engineers into detailed working diagrams of electrical, structural, or mechanical equipment using CAD technology
• Create technical drawings and 3D digital models, using measurements, specifications, and data from the engineering team
• Revise existing engineering drawings of basic components from specific sketches or layouts
• Maintain accurate drawing records and drafting tasks
• Prepare bill of materials for assigned designs
• Review drawings of other design personnel for completeness and accuracy as required
• Willing to learn about drilling rig equipment to develop domain knowledge and become an effective independent Designer
• Develop and revise drawings while adhering to our Drafting standards and our Engineering Standards & Guidelines
• Some travel required to fabrication facilities, assembly facilities, and rig locations
What you need:
• Associates degree or completion of a technical trade school in CAD, drafting or related field or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a drafter or similar role
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Experience with Product Data Management (PDM) software and SolidWorks
• Knowledge of structural and piping detailing and electrical/controls drafting is preferred
• Strong mathematical capabilities and mechanical/electrical aptitude
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent interpersonal, professional, and technical communication skills while working in a team atmosphere
Archon Resources is a top staffing and recruiting firm offering direct hire and contract placement in Tulsa, Dallas, Oklahoma City, Austin, and Northwest Arkansas. Our experienced teams focus on placing IT, Accounting/Finance, and Administrative professionals that can support all your back-office needs. When experience matters, Archon Resources is here to get the job done. Connecting talent, building relationships, and providing better results…This is The Archon Way.
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