Mechanical Drafter

About Macawber Engineering

Macawber Engineering, Inc. has designed and built dense-phase pneumatic conveying systems in Maryville, Tennessee for nearly 50 years. Our equipment moves abrasive, fragile and difficult bulk materials – foundry sand, glass batch, fly ash, minerals and chemicals – at low velocity to reduce wear and protect the product contract surfaces.

We design and fabricate our own equipment, including ASME Section VIII pressure vessels and our proprietary Dome Valve, under an ISO 9001:2015 quality system.

The role

Enjoy solving mechanical challenges and turning ideas into detailed designs? Join a growing industrial equipment company where your skills make a difference. You will work closely with a small, collaborative team, contribute to equipment designs, and take pride in accurate, quality work.

We offer a schedule built around work-life balance: flexible morning start times, half-day Fridays, and three weeks of PTO plus 12 paid holidays from the start of your employment.

Key Responsibilities

· Develop and update mechanical equipment and industrial component designs using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

· Work through mechanical design challenges, applying practical thinking and strong attention to detail.

· Manage multiple drafting assignments, prioritize your workload, and meet project deadlines.

· Collaborate with colleagues to produce accurate designs that support quality equipment and customer satisfaction.

Required Skills & Qualifications

· An associate's degree in Drafting or a related technical field, preferred.

· At least three years of mechanical drafting or design experience, preferably with industrial equipment.

· Strong SolidWorks proficiency and mechanical aptitude.

· The ability to identify problems, develop solutions, and work independently.

· Pride in producing thorough, accurate work.

Benefits That Make a Difference

· Half-day Fridays: Nine-hour days Monday–Thursday and a four-hour Friday.

· Flexible morning start times: Up to two hours of flexibility.

· Time off from the start: Three weeks of PTO plus 12 paid holidays.

· Medical insurance including dental, vision and others

· Retirement benefits: 401(k) with company matching.

· Bonus opportunity: Discretionary annual bonus.

· A collaborative workplace: A small-company environment where your contributions matter.