Mechanical CAD Drafter

What Timken makes possible begins with you.
Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented Early-Career Mechanical Drafter (1–2 yrs experience) with foundational CAD exposure who is eager to grow technical skills. The ideal candidate is accountable, quality-focused, and passionate about delivering accurate drawings and documentation. This role offers hands-on training, close collaboration with Engineering and Operations, and opportunities to develop problem-solving and continuous improvement abilities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 2D and 3D drawings, subassemblies, and final assemblies per engineering requirements and company drafting standards.
• Create and maintain parts lists/BOMs, drawing files, revision control, and pre-release documentation for customer orders.
• Verify and check drawings, dimensions, and parts lists for accuracy.
• Assist engineers with calculations, design documentation, Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and systems development (drafting standards, parts-list systems).
• Support production and manufacturing with technical drawing clarifications and assembly documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and process effectiveness efforts to improve quality and customer service.
• Contribute to exceptional customer experiences through accurate, timely deliverables and professional interactions.
• Maintain clean, professional documentation and workspace; support branch/process compliance with company standards.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies to maintain a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Formal education or cobination of educaiton and experience in drafting or mechanical engineering technology.
• Minimum ~1–2 years mechanical drafting experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment preferred.
• Proficient with CAD software (or similar 2D/3D CAD tools); strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with BOM management, revision control, and drafting standards.
• Understanding and practical use of GD&T, dimensioning standards, and fabrication/assembly drawing practices.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts, and tables.
• Good communication and teamwork skills; ability to coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and suppliers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision, exercise independent judgment on routine tasks, and escalate complex issues.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.