Mechanical Drafter

Laitram Machinery is currently seeking a Mechanical Drafter for our Harahan area office. This is an in-office role with the potential to move to a hybrid schedule once you are proficient in the position. For over 70 years, Laitram Machinery has pioneered the manufacturing of high-performance shrimp-peeling equipment, and more recently, steam cookers, blanchers, nut pasteurizers, roasters, and sorters. All of our products are designed to increase efficiency, improve product quality and yield for processors worldwide. Laitram Machinery is one of four operating divisions of Laitram, L.L.C. and offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet growing company in the private sector. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page . BENEFITS: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 4 weeks PTO, 12 paid holidays, on campus gym/pharmacy/wellness center, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, stem cell treatment, IVF and many more. Job Responsibilities and Requirements Responsibilities: Create 2D drawings & 3D models for new equipment and product design changes Create/maintain bills of materials for the manufacturing of equipment (SolidWorks, PDM, and ERP) Maintain engineering documents using Product Data Management systems Maintain and grow our existing 3D model standard components library Check drawings to company and industry standards Assist technical writer with equipment manuals Requirements:High School Diploma or equivalent 5+ years of CAD experienceMinimum 2 years' experience in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D software Minimum 2 years' experience in Autodesk programs, mainly AutoCad High competency level in reading machine part drawingsSelf-managed, detail oriented, team-player with good written and oral communication skillsProficient with Windows and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Strong mechanical aptitudeFluent in written/spoken English Desired Qualifications:College or vocational/technical degreeAutodesk programs as Inventor, FDU, ect. Experience with operating within a PDM systemExperience in a manufacturing environmentExperience with sheet metal design and fabricationBasic understanding of GD&TExperience working in seafood or another food-related industry (poultry, vegetables, etc.)SolidWorks Certifications:CSWA-Mechanical DesignCSWP-Mechanical DesignCSWPA-Sheet MetalCSWPA-Drawing ToolsCSWPA-Mechanical DesignEEO/Vet/Disability Notice EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled LinkedIn Recruiter #LI-JE1

Created: 2026-04-02