Job Description

Job Description

SENIOR DETAILER/DRAFTSMAN

Job Title: Senior Detailer/Draftsman

Company: Steward Machine Company

Location: Birmingham, AL or Bainbridge, GA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Steward Machine Company

Steward Machine is a multi-generation family-owned business having enjoyed a successful history of over 100 years. The Company possesses extensive lifting capacity and some of the largest CNC machinery in the world housed in more than 290,000 square feet of manufacturing space. They offer complete turnkey responsibilities by detailing shop drawings, fabricating, welding, stress relieving, machining, gear cutting and assembly in-house.

Steward Machine Co. is certified by AISC to the highest standard for fracture critical endorsement. All Steward Machine work follow a culture that align with 5 guiding principles (Relentless Work Ethic, “Can Do Attitude”, Excellence, Passion, and Adaptability). We have supplied equipment to some of the most demanding owners in the world. Our “can do” attitude gets the job done right the first time. We have a proven track for on-time deliveries.

Job Summary

Steward Machine Company is actively seeking a visionary Senior Detailer/Draftsman to elevate our engineering team. We are looking for a dynamic individual with a minimum of 5 years of experience, exceptional proficiency in AutoCAD Inventor, and an engineering degree or equivalent hands-on expertise. This pivotal role demands a proactive, organized, and disciplined self-starter who is passionate about mechanical and/or structural engineering and possesses outstanding communication skills. Join us to drive innovation and shape the future of our projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting & Detailing: Drive precision and innovation in technical drawing.
• Engineer, review, and refine detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings using AutoCAD Inventor to bring complex designs to life.
• Translate intricate engineering designs into precise, actionable technical documentation.
• Champion adherence to company standards, industry regulations, and client requirements across all drawing outputs.
• Project Collaboration: Foster seamless integration and impactful contributions.
• Collaborate directly with design engineers and production teams to gather project requirements and deliver critical drafting support that accelerates project timelines.
• Actively participate in design reviews, providing insightful feedback and recommendations that optimize project outcomes.
• Quality Assurance & Documentation:
• Ensure excellence and maintain integrity.
• Execute rigorous quality checks to guarantee drawings are accurate, complete, and consistently adhere to the highest standards.
• Maintain meticulously organized and up-to-date records of all project files and revisions, ensuring data integrity.
• Mentorship & Process Improvement: Cultivate growth and drive efficiency.
• Mentor and guide junior drafters and detailers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing learning environment.
• Identify and spearhead opportunities for process improvements, implementing best practices to optimize drafting and design documentation workflows.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Experience:
• Minimum of 5 years’ professional experience in a drafting/detailing role.
• Proven expertise with AutoCAD Inventor.
• Education:
• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Structural, or related field) or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Core Traits & Competencies:
• Self-Starter & Proactive: Ability to independently drive projects and take initiative.
• Organized & Disciplined: Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Passionate: A genuine enthusiasm for mechanical and/or structural engineering.
• Good Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Why Join Steward Machine Company?

At Steward Machine Company, we don't just build machines; we engineer the future. We pride ourselves on unparalleled engineering excellence, precision, and groundbreaking innovation. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic, collaborative work environment where your expertise and passion for engineering will not only thrive but also directly impact our success. Join our team and contribute to pioneering projects that are actively shaping the future of mechanical and structural design.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and portfolio of relevant work to TARAH REECE. We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Steward Machine Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Apply today and be a part of our innovative journey in precision engineering!

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, extreme heat or cold, wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle orfeel, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally requiredto climb or balance, stoop,kneel, bend, crouch or crawl, and smell. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Affirmative Action /EEO Statement

Steward Machine Company is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. Steward Machine Company will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Limitation and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Steward Machine Company is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. It is the Company's policy to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, or any other legally protected status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed.

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