Drafter

Barnhart

Forest City, IAFull time
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Forest City, IA
Job type
Full time
Posted
Nov 2
2 days ago
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Barnhart

Mechanical or industrial engineering · 1,001 to 5,000 employees

PURPOSE – Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world. MINDS OVER MATTER – Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry. NETWORK – Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry’s strongest networks of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development. CULTURE – Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the “One TEAM.” We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.

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What you'll do

  • Obtain knowledge of Barnhart heavy lift and specialty rigging gear through on-the-job training
  • Take precise measurements of existing equipment for drawing and documentation purposes
  • Create bills of materials and individual parts for fabrication projects
  • Develop detailed fabrication and machining drawings for newly fabricated equipment
  • Interface with Engineers, Fabrication personnel, and outside contractors to support project execution
  • Create part nests for material cutting operations
  • Learn to operate plasma table and waterjet equipment and assist with cutting parts
  • Work with fabrication teams and supervisors to support production goals and continuous improvement

What you need

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in engineering, drafting, or fabrication
  • Ability to take accurate measurements and create detailed drawings
  • Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Mathematical aptitude and strong problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint (preferred)

Key skills

CAD softwareAutoCADAutodesk InventorSolidWorksaccurate measurementsdetailed drawingsmechanical aptitudecommunicationcollaborationproblem-solvingMicrosoft ExcelPowerPointFinite Element Analysisplasma cutting

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Perks

  • 401(k) program with company match
  • Paid time off
  • Barnhart CARES family care
  • community service opportunities
  • Long-term growth opportunities

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Join a Team That Builds, Lifts, and Moves America  At Barnhart, we don't just build equipment—engineer and fabricate the custom equipment that makes complex lifting and transportation projects possible. As a Drafter, you'll play a key role in turning concepts and field measurements into detailed fabrication and machining drawings that support projects while working with cutting-edge equipment and technology. What You’ll Do This role offers a unique combination of drafting, design support, fabrication coordination, and technical problem-solving, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both engineering and hands-on manufacturing environments. In this role, you will: Obtain knowledge of Barnhart heavy lift and specialty rigging gear through on-the-job training. Take precise measurements of existing equipment for drawing and documentation purposes. Create bills of materials and individual parts for fabrication projects. Develop detailed fabrication and machining drawings for newly fabricated equipment. Interface with Engineers, Fabrication personnel, and outside contractors to support project execution. Create part nests for material cutting operations. Learn to operate plasma table and waterjet equipment and assist with cutting parts for custom fabrication projects. Work closely with fabrication teams and supervisors to support production goals and continuous improvement initiatives. Why You’ll Love This Role Work with advanced CNC equipment and fabrication technology. See projects come to life from drawing to finished product. Develop expertise in drafting, fabrication processes, and specialty rigging equipment. Join a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. Build a long-term career with a company known for solving complex industrial challenges. Competitive Pay + Weekly Pay Schedule Permanent, full-time role Permanent, full-time role 401(k) program with company match up to 10% of pay Family medical, dental and vision insurance is available after 90 days of employment Paid time off and other benefits Barnhart CARES family care and community service opportunities Opportunity to work on industry-leading equipment Long-term growth opportunities Join a company with a strong safety-first, team-driven culture What You Bring  Required: Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in engineering, drafting, or fabrication. Ability to take accurate measurements and create detailed drawings. Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar programs. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Mathematical aptitude and strong problem-solving abilities. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities. Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Preferred: Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience creating fabrication drawings, machining drawings, and bills of materials. Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience is a plus. Experience with fabrication equipment such as plasma cutting, arc welding, or related machinery. Background in machining, fabrication, or industrial manufacturing PURPOSE – Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world. MINDS OVER MATTER – Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry. NETWORK – Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry’s strongest networks of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development. CULTURE – Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the “One TEAM.” We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose. EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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