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WesTech Engineering

Student Drafter

WesTech Engineering, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193

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Our mission at WesTech is to help communities thrive by delivering high-quality water solutions with superior service – safely and sustainably. To achieve this mission, we recruit great people to be part of our collegial and collaborative teams in engineering, design, project management, field service, plant operations, professional services and more.

Summary WesTech is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Student Drafter to join our engineering team. This position is ideal for someone with a passion for design and engineering who is eager to contribute to our diverse projects. The successful candidate will work closely with our engineers and senior designers to create detailed drawings and models that meet project specifications and industry standards. Applicants should be pursuing a career path as a CAD Technician, Drafter, or Designer – not traditional engineering.

Some Of The Work You Will Do

Develop and prepare detailed CAD drawings from sketches, specifications, and verbal instructions

Create 2D and 3D models using CAD software

Assist in the design and layout of water treatment equipment and systems

Collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure designs are accurate and meet project requirements

Revise drawings and models based on feedback from mentors, engineers, and clients

Assist other designers in maintaining organized records of all drawings and project documentation

Participate in project meetings and contribute to the development of design solutions

Assist with ensuring designs comply with company standards, industry codes, and safety regulations

Monitor progress to keep projects on schedule and report any potential delays

Here Are The Skills That You Need

Currently enrolled and active in Sophomore or Junior year of CAD related 4-year degree

0-1 years of experience in CAD design (internships or co‑op experience considered)

Knowledge of the function and operation of common CAD applications (AutoCAD or Solidworks)

Understanding of drafting techniques and familiarity with drafting terminology

Knowledge of nomenclature and conventional symbols of structural, mechanical, and engineering drawings

Knowledge of trigonometry, geometry, and general mathematics used in CAD work

Detail, accuracy, and outcome‑oriented

Excellent verbal and written communications including the ability to prepare drawing from a variety of written and verbal instructions

Team player who collaborates well with internal and external customers

Here are the skills and qualifications that will set you apart

Associate's Degree or equivalent work experience

Recommendations from faculty in CAD program attesting to good work ethic and potential CAD skill expertise

Two or more years of related experience outside of education

Familiarity with CAD model management

CAD library management

Knowledge of the function and operation of AutoCAD, and CREO

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work at desk computer/phone system.

Some lifting may be involved, (50 lbs.), specifically when in the warehouse area(s).

May be required to be clean‑shaved for proper respiratory equipment.

Benefits And Perks We Offer

Competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses

Flexible work hours, hybrid schedules with remote work options

PTO plan and Paid Holidays

Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!

WesTech considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Seniority level Internship

Employment type Part‑time

Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Location Salt Lake City, UT

Salary $55,000.00-$65,000.00

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