Drafter - Valves

Mechanical Design Drafter

Our client, a fast-growing, family-owned manufacturer of engineered equipment, is seeking a Mechanical Design Drafter to join their expanding engineering department. This is a new role created to support the company's rapid growth moving from ~$30M to $4050M in annual revenue, with plans to hit $60M and beyond. The business is investing heavily in engineering infrastructure, new facilities, and design talent to take the company to the next level.

This is a great opportunity for a drafter with 12 years of experience to step into a brand-new department, learn directly from industry experts, and grow with a team that promotes from within.

Job Title: Mechanical Design Drafter Location: Santa Fe, TX Pay Range: $55K$75K+ (flexible depending on experience) + bonus

What's the Job?

• Create and update 2D and 3D engineering drawings (heavy focus on 2D initially)
• Revise and maintain drawings within an ERP system for shop floor use
• Work closely with engineers on custom designs, R&D, and product improvements
• Participate in design reviews, NCRs/ECRs, and support quality processes
• Collaborate with production walking the floor, identifying issues, and updating designs in real time
• Modernize drawing formats, ensure accuracy, and support audits and customer-facing documentation

What's Needed?

• 12 years of drafting/design experience (mechanical focus preferred)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks (DraftSight a plus)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks independently
• Familiarity with pumps, valves, rotating equipment, or similar industries is a plus

What's in it for me?

• Hands-on exposure to custom-engineered products with 9+ active patents
• A chance to grow with a department that's being built from the ground up
• Latest design tools/software and a brand-new $1.5M facility, with another $3M expansion underway
• Work directly with senior leadership and industry experts in valves and engineered systems
• Family-owned culture with flexibility, stability, and clear pathways for advancement

If this role interests you and you'd like to learn more, apply now and a recruiter will be in touch to discuss this opportunity!

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