Design Drafter

Two Perimeter Park South Birmingham Alabama 35243-3393 _Why Valmont_ Weu2019re Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a _Fortune_ 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. _We are the modern workforce_ . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now. Location: Birmingham, AL Facility (onsite) A Brief Summary of This Position: This individual contributor role in the Lighting and Transportation division is responsible for reading and interpreting customer order information and preparing production and customer submittal drawings in the moderateu2011tou2011high complexity range. The position creates all required drawings and data for internal teams and manufacturing, andu2014under direction from the Site Drafting Manager or Drafting Supervisoru2014may interface with other departments and customers to resolve order or manufacturing issues. The Drafting Department supports both customers and manufacturing by producing accurate drawings while meeting quality and leadu2011time objectives. This role works crossu2011functionally with teams across the organization to maintain strong internal relationships and efficient communication. With required supervision, the incumbent reviews customer specifications, plans, and order information to determine the appropriate format and reports any inconsistent or missing information to the Drafting Supervisor or Senior Design Drafter. The role requires knowledge of departmental and company goals, policies, procedures, and relevant product lines, with minimal deviations unless beneficial to the department or division. This position directly impacts departmental and divisional results. Within company guidelines, the incumbent may establish work routines to maintain efficient order flow and may recommend improvements to product designs, drafting procedures, or systems. Essential Functions: + This position reports into the site Drafting Supervisor and has no direct or indirect reports + This role requires no travel + Analyze all information necessary to process an individual order accurately and efficiently + Manage the department backlog by monitoring order schedules, providing updates to computerized backlog and meeting u201cPromises Keptu201d in accordance with departmental priorities + Maintain required productivity output in accordance with departmental priorities + Maintain required order accuracy in accordance with departmental priorities + Maintain a cooperative and professional attitude in dealing with all departments of the company + Maintain and update an accurate filing system of customer requirements + Maintain an awareness of current Drafting policies and procedures + Maintain an awareness of current manufacturing capabilities and limitations + Identify, recommend and help implement changes to standard drafting procedures and systems + Identify, recommend and help implement changes to standard designs to improve customer acceptance or reduce product cost + Handle special assignments as requested by Drafting Supervisor/Manager + When necessary, provide assistance to all departments in the interpretation of customer specification, manufacturing capabilities or drafting procedures + Provide technical or drafting support of any department, for any project which will enhance product or company interest + Maintain appropriate professional competencies, certifications, licenses, etc., necessary to perform job duties + Review and approve drafting prints created by other drafters per department policy Required Qualifications of Every Candidate: + High School diploma and 2+ years of work/educational experience + 1+ year drafting experience within the divisionu2019s market channel + Technical drafting and math skills (Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry) gained through an AAS degree and/or related experience + Strong background in 3D modeling + Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Autodesk software (AutoCAD, Inventor) + Understanding of product endu2011use, fabrication methods, and manufacturing processes + Ability to read and interpret customer specifications, plans, and order details + Ability to identify inconsistent, conflicting, or missing information and determine appropriate resolution with some guidance + Strong problem-solving abilities, detail orientation, and numerical aptitude Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications: + Associate Degree in Drafting + Experience with Autodesk Inventor 2013+, AutoCAD 2013+, PDF tools (e.g., Nitro Pro), Zoom, Inventor 2019, scientific calculator, and drafting equipment + Previous experience in structural steel drafting and checking Benefits Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and familyu2019s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following: + Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision) + 401k retirement plan with company match + Paid time off + Employer paid life insurance + Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave + Work Life Support + Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year + Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email . Valmont is here to modernize vital infrastructure and increase agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. We galvanize steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact. We modernize irrigation to feed a growing population by utilizing the latest technology. We harden the electrical grid to enable the delivery of reliable power to millions of homes around the world. And we help make communities everywhere safer, cleaner and more connected through our smart infrastructure technology. Valmont serves two primary markets u2014 agriculture and infrastructure u2014 and seven diverse product lines: Utility, Lighting and Transportation, Telecom, Solar, Coatings, Irrigation and Ag Tech. We manufacture products in 85 facilities spread across six continents, and we do business in 100 different countries. Thatu2019s what Valmont does. We conserve resources and improve life, finding ways to make innovation and technology beneficial in the real world. + Thatu2019s the value we add.

Created: 2026-03-12