About Summerset Marine Construction 

Summerset Marine Construction has been providing a full range of lakefront services to its customers in Southeastern Wisconsin since 1990. As the largest pier and lift dealer in Wisconsin, Summerset has grown over the years along with its customers’ needs, able to provide the expertise and products necessary for the perfect waterfront solution. Servicing hundreds of clients from Madison to Milwaukee, Summerset Marine provides the highest level of expertise to design, install and support any pier and boat lift system, always on call for any service needs.

About the role

The Drafter is responsible for transforming preliminary concepts and rough sketches into detailed engineering drawings using 3D CAD software, in accordance with established specifications and performance requirements. This role supports both sales and production teams by creating accurate design drawings based on specific configurations. The Drafter ensures proper revision control, manages bills of materials (BOM) within the ERP system, and exports finalized drawings to the appropriate personnel or production equipment. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed to support engineering and production operations.

What you'll do

• Develop and prepare detailed 3D CAD drawings following established design specifications, performance standards, and customer requirements.
• Translate sales and production configurations into accurate technical drawings for use in manufacturing and assembly.
• Maintain strict revision control of all drawings to ensure accuracy and consistency across design updates.
• Export finalized drawings to the appropriate departments, personnel, or production equipment for execution.
• Create and manage bills of materials (BOM) in the ERP system, ensuring accuracy and alignment with corresponding designs.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and sales teams to ensure design feasibility and alignment with project goals.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by updating and optimizing existing drawings and documentation.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or relevant experience, preferred.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software; experience with SolidWorks is highly desirable.
• Experience working with engineering drawings, manufacturing processes, or production documentation is preferred.
• Good mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of manufacturing processes such as CNC, milling, and welding.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, production, and sales teams.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and the creation and management of bills of materials (BOM) is a plus.

Work Behaviors:

Quality of Work

●       Consistently produces accurate work.

           Commitment and Initiative

●       Consistently demonstrates commitment to the Company’s success and growth.

●       Customer-focused (both internal and external customers).

●       Can identify problems/issues and participate in problem resolution as appropriate for job level.

●       Perseverance “can-do” attitude.

Managing Time and Resources

●       Effectively and efficiently manages workload with appropriate sense of urgency.

●       Flexible and adaptable to meet changing priorities and workload.

●       Meets established goals.

●       Reliable and punctual.

Working with Others

●       Is seen as a team player; gains trust by supporting colleagues; is a collaborator.

●       Makes others better.

Development and Professional Skills

●       Seeks and is open to feedback.

●       Accountable for one’s own actions.

●       Complies with company policies and procedures.

Working Conditions and Physical Efforts:

●       Work is normally performed in a typical office work environment

●       No or very little physical effort required.

●       Minimal production area exposure.

Travel Requirements: No travel required