Key Purpose of the Role
Alatas Americas is looking for an experienced Mechanical Drafter / Designer to join our Engineering team. You will take ownership of mechanical layouts, 3D models and production drawings, helping transform practical engineering challenges into safe, cost-effective and manufacturable solutions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Create mechanical designs, equipment layouts, 3D models and detailed production drawings using SolidWorks.
- Design and document cost-effective mechanical parts and assemblies, working closely with colleagues across other engineering disciplines.
- Prepare clear test procedures and the supporting technical documentation required for Alatas Americas products.
- Take hands-on measurements and collect field data to support reverse engineering and repair projects.
- Contribute to the development of new products, improved production methods and practical engineering solutions.
- Support the Business Development team with technical input for bids and proposals.
- Collaborate effectively with engineers, technicians, fabricators and other skilled trades in a fast-paced environment.
What we are looking for
- At least four years’ experience using SolidWorks for 3D modeling.
- At least four years’ experience developing 3D models and producing accurate 2D manufacturing drawings.
- At least four years’ experience in structural design and layout.
- Strong working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) to ANSI/ASME Y14.5.
- Experience in welding design to AWS D1.1 or substantial heavy structural design experience.
- Familiarity with relevant engineering and industry standards, including ASME, API and AWS D1.1, together with classification society rules such as DNV and ABS.
- Strong communication, organization and technical documentation skills, with professional spoken and written English.
Useful additional experience
- PTC Creo or a comparable 3D CAD platform.
- Mathcad and product data management (PDM) systems.
- Crane systems, machinery construction, heavy equipment repair or related engineering environments.
Role Requirements
- You must be based in, or able to commute reliably within, the Houston, Texas area.
- Any offer of employment will be subject to successful background screening and employment eligibility verification through E-Verify.
