<p>Mechanical Designer (Drafter)</p> <p>LOCATION: Mount Vernon, OH, USA</p> <p>About Us</p> <p>Ariel is the largest manufacturer of separable reciprocating gas compressors world-wide. Our compressors are utilized by the global energy industry to extract, process, transport, store, and distribute natural gas from the wellhead to the end-user. Since 1966, Ariel has shipped more than 70,000 compressors to our customers around the world. As a world-class manufacturer, Ariel sets the industry standard through expert design and manufacturing, industry-leading research and development, and unmatched customer support. Ariel's culture and values are the cornerstone of the way we do business. We hire extraordinary people and invest in their growth, giving our employees the opportunity to build a career in an industry that is powering the world's energy infrastructure. Our culture of continuous learning in a team-based environment not only enables employee development, but also encourages it.</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>We're looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Mechanical Designer (Drafter) to join our dynamic team and help bring new ideas to life. In this role, you'll collaborate with engineers and designers on cutting-edge projects, using industry-leading technology to create clear, complete, and precise drawings and three-dimensional models. Your work will begin with rough sketches or layout drawings and end with high-quality production-ready plans that drive our projects forward.</p> <p>For this position, you'll need a solid understanding of practical engineering concepts-area, volume, dimensions, and spatial relationships-and the ability to translate that knowledge into accurate drawings from a range of inputs, including blueprints, layouts, sketches, and written specifications. Teamwork is critical in this role, so strong communication and collaborative skills are a must. If you're excited to contribute to new designs and work for world-class company, we'd love to hear from you!</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Associate degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, CAD Design, or a related field required </li><li>Minimum 2 years of experience in CAD drafting, preferably in a manufacturing, engineering, or product design environment </li><li>Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Solid Edge, or similar) </li><li>Strong understanding of engineering and design principles, including dimensions, tolerances, area/volume calculations, and spatial relationships </li><li>Ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, sketches, and specifications </li><li>Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in creating and reviewing drawings </li><li>Strong teamwork and communication skills; experience collaborating with engineers, designers, and cross-functional teams </li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a environment </li><li>Familiarity with industry standards and drafting best practices </li></ul> <p>Benefits</p> <p>As a full-time employee at Ariel Corporation, you'll enjoy:</p> <ul> <li>Quarterly cash profit-sharing bonuses </li><li>401K with 100% company match (up to 6%) AND annual company-paid profit-sharing retirement contribution </li><li>Excellent comprehensive benefit plan - medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life/disability/long-term care plan </li><li>On-site wellness clinic at our corporate location for employees and their dependents enrolled in the comprehensive benefit plan </li><li>Paid holidays </li><li>Generous paid time-off program </li><li>Tuition reimbursement and student debt relief programs </li><li>Company provided tools </li><li>Relocation assistance for eligible positions </li></ul>