Tool Shop Draftsman

Full-time
North America/USA/Indiana/Princeton, INvia Nidec CareersPosted Oct 26, 2026
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Technical writing

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About this role

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

Job Description

The Tool Shop Draftsman is responsible for creating accurate technical drawings and plans for and manufacturing projects using computer-aided design software. They work closely with engineers, architects, and designers to ensure that their plans are accurate and comply with industry standards and regulations.

Job Duties

Create and modify technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics using computer-aided design software

Collaborate with engineers and designers to ensure that designs meet project specifications and requirements

Review and analyze project documentation to determine accurate and precise drawings and plans

Revise and update drawings as necessary based on project changes or modifications

Create and maintain project files and documentation related to technical drawings and plans

Communicate with project stakeholders to ensure that all parties are aware of project progress and any issues that arise

Ensure that all technical drawings and plans comply with industry standards and regulations

Job Requirements

  • High School Dipoloma or equivalent
  • 7+ years of experience in a drafting or technical drawing role
  • Proficient in computer-aided design software, such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to accurately create technical drawings and plans
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with a team of engineers and designers
  • Ability to analyze project documentation to determine accurate and precise drawings and plans
  • Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to technical drawings and plans
  • Additional Job Details
  • Support & Production – S4
  • Organizational Impact
  • Works to achieve operational targets within job area, with significant impact on achievement of results for the team
  • Work consists of tasks that are typically not routine
  • Works independently under limited supervision
  • Frequently required to apply discretion within broad operational boundaries and procedures
  • Communication & Influence
  • Communicates with contacts typically within the department on matters that involve obtaining or providing information on matters of significant importance to the team
  • Explains practices, procedures, and policies in order to reach agreement
  • Innovation & Complexity
  • Responsible for making moderate changes in systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness of team
  • Expected to independently propose solutions to problems for manager review
  • Daily challenges are typically not complex, and may require analysis to understand and resolve
  • Leadership & Talent Management
  • Responsible for providing guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within team
  • May delegate tasks within a team or be responsible for review of work
  • Knowledge & Experience
  • Requires specialist knowledge of operational systems and practices typically obtained through extensive work experience or education
  • Requires a minimum of 7 years of experience. May require vocational or technical education
  • Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: Open www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeocselfprint_poster.pdf

  • Work Shift Schedule
  • No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.

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