Drafter
Houston, TX - USA
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Job Summary
Introduction
Bigge Crane and Rigging has been elevating America since 1916. With over 1800 cranes and a coast-to-coast presence we buy sell rent operate and maintain one of the largest most advanced crane fleets in the country. Weve played a role in building some of Americas most iconic landmarks and earned a reputation for doing it rightwith performance precision and accountability.
Summary/Objective
The Drafter shall be responsible for generating 2D drawings in support of tower crane and hoist work and fabrication activities in the tower crane and hoist division. Specific tasks may involve tower crane and hoist general arrangement drawings tie-in connection drawings tower crane assembly and dismantle drawings fabrication drawings bill of material creation.
Essential Functions
- Generate accurate drawings and details based on verbal and/or written direction field data customer provided drawings etc. that appropriately communicate the design intent and minimize opportunities for error.
- Create drawings in accordance with the companys CAD standards and drawing templates.
- Validate equipment fit-up and check for interferences associated with the use of Bigge equipment.
- Interface with Engineers and other designers to meet job requirements schedules and man hour budgets.
- Manage project technical documentation and record keeping including drawings drawing logs BOM etc. as directed by the Engineering Manager.
- Maintain a thorough working knowledge of relevant industry standards and practices.
- Maintain proficiency in use of the software and continually evaluate new ways to improve technical accuracy and efficiency.
Education Requirements/Qualifications
- Technical institute or associates degree in a related scientific or engineering field
- 2 years of experience using Autodesk AutoCAD to generate structural crane and rigging or machinery related drawings and details required.
- Proficient use of AutoCAD and demonstrated ability to prepare high quality and technically accurate drawings required.
- Experience generating crane and hoist related lift plans and layouts climbing schedules foundation plans and tie-off details strongly preferred but not required.
- Experience generating fabrication detail drawings including knowledge of welding details geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and fit tolerances are preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and familiarity with construction standards and terminology strongly preferred.
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with engineers designers and other internal personnel.
- Experience with Autodesk Vault preferred.
- Ability to prioritize plan and execute work on multiple projects as directed and seek input or provide feedback as necessary to accomplish assigned tasks within specified schedules.
- Basic knowledge and understanding of Quality Assurance (QA) programs and requirements as they relate to design and other associated tasks.
- Knowledge of engineering fundamentals and fabrication/machine shop practices preferred.
- Versatility flexibility and a willingness to work under constantly changing circumstances with enthusiasm.
- Experience using Autodesk Inventor not required but a desirable.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and a matching 401(k) plan
- Vacation Company Holidays and Sick Days
- Flexible spending accounts / Health savings account
- Reimbursement plan for the company Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy
Why Bigge
Bigge Crane & Rigging Co. is one of North Americas leading providers of crane rental heavy lift rigging engineered transportation and project solutions. Our success is built on a commitment to safety innovation operational excellence and customer partnership. We seek leaders who are passionate about building teams solving complex challenges and driving meaningful business results.
Bigge provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability genetics military or veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Nationwide crane rental, sales, parts, and service from Bigge’s Perfect Fleet. Operated rentals in CA, bare rentals nationwide. All-terrain, crawler, and…