Drafting Lead

Job overview

Drafting Lead is a full-time onsite role in Madison, AL. Compensation is not specified. The position is with Applied Research Associates’ Prototype, Manufacturing and Integration Division. The Drafting Lead creates and checks engineering drawings and specifications used by design and production teams. The role applies independent judgment to ensure drawings meet design criteria and applicable ARA and ANSI standards, supporting accurate fabrication and assembly.

What you'll do

• Develop, digitize, edit, and revise engineering drawings using CAD
• make engineering computations and mathematical calculations
• prepare or revise specifications
• check dimensions, materials, and part relationships
• review drawings for conformance to design criteria, ARA standards, and ANSI standards
• support design teams with model additions and changes.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

drafting lead

applied research associates

madison al

cad

solidworks

solidworks pdm

ansi y14

engineering drawings

manufacturing drawings

metal fabrication

secret clearance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• ARA describes a competitive benefits package
• details are available through its careers information.

Why this role

Requires a national background check and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required. Experience alternatives include a bachelor’s degree plus 5+ years, associate degree plus 8+ years, or high school diploma/equivalent plus 12+ years of manufacturing-field drafting.

About the employer

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.