MISTRAS strives to provide a positive work environment that values excellence in safety and quality, free from discrimination and harassment. Every MISTRAS employee plays a part in our Company’s success and making this a great place to work. We are committed to a work place where all employees are free to raise issues, concerns and questions for the improvement of our operations and work environment. Safety is the overriding priority in everything we do; all duties critical to safety, quality, and environmental protection are carried out in compliance with all requirements and with personal accountability.

MISTRAS Group Inc. is hiring a full-time AutoCAD Drafter in Robinson, IL. This role will be responsible for developing isometric piping drawings with the use of AutoCAD or related program, performing data entry duties, and drafting revisions to existing documentation.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES:

Advanced skills in 2D software experience
Working knowledge of VLISP and VLIDE
Able to create AutoCAD toolbars and ribbons as needed per project
Exceptional computer skills including: Excel, Word, Access & Outlook
Experience in reading and interpreting P&ID’s, PFD’s, Piping Layouts, and Isometric drawings and specifications.
Superior organization and communication skills.
Senior level drafting position performs difficult and complex work assignments involving independent judgment to determine a course of action consistent with established functional and organization's policies and goals. Ability to lead and/or train lesser seasoned individuals. Familiar with basic engineering and/or design/drafting concepts. Able to complete tasks in accordance with project procedures and applicable codes and/or standards. Able to discuss routine technical problems and communicate effectively with immediate supervisor and other project personnel.
May lead a small project or a phase of a large project performing project discipline administrative tasks including: developing and monitoring manpower and schedule requirements, establishing discipline design requirements, maintaining design and drafting data, and preparing work share packages. Ensures project discipline deliverables for technical quality, accuracy and compliance with Company standards.
Able to utilize advanced PC, 2D CAD, and 3D tools (if applicable), and other applicable hardware and software to perform duties. Proficient in drafting and able to utilize tools effectively as well as provide training and conduct simple checking as needed. Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential to effectively teach what they know to other employees.
Commitment to customer service and ability to guide department personnel in partnership with and during manager's absence is essential. Ability to maintain confidential information.
Able to lead and/or train project teams. Perform difficult drafting/design and/or technical support assignments, requiring the application of advanced drafting and fundamental drafting techniques, in accordance with established standards and procedures.
Typically will regularly interface with departmental staff and middle and upper management, and frequently with outside customers.
Willingness to travel or to accept field assignments
General attributes required of all Mistras employees include: Commitment, Customer Focus, Dealing with Change, Drive for Results, Integrity and Trust, and Basic Leadership Skills.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Degree (Drafting/CAD), or equivalent experience.
PCMS experience a plus, but not required.
A minimum of 1-6 years piping experience, including a thorough understanding of routing, and piping layout. Prior experience with Isometrics is a plus.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS:

Frequent lifting up to 30 lbs.


This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Please email your resume to Christina.Leib@mistrasgroup.com and in the subject line reference "AutoCAD Drafter - Robinson, IL".

MISTRAS Group, Inc. offers our full-time employees competitive medical, dental, and vision benefit packages, along with a 401K match program.

MISTRAS Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.