CAD Drafter (Autodesk Inventor)

Bettendorf, IA | On-site | 1st Shift (Monday–Friday) | Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)

Build your drafting career on real-world systems used in industrial facilities and large-scale data centers across North America.

Schebler's Chimney Systems Division is adding drafters. You'll create 3D models and technical drawings for engineered metal systems that support data centers, industrial facilities, and manufacturing plants, working alongside designers, engineers, production, and project teams.

Our systems are built to specific codes and internal requirements, so every new team member goes through a structured learning period. We'll train you on our products, standards, and Autodesk Inventor workflow.

For more than 137 years, Schebler Company has been designing and manufacturing highly engineered metal systems that support critical infrastructure throughout the United States. Schebler has no plans to sell or relocate, and as an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, our employees share directly in the success of the business.

What You'll Do

• Create 3D models and technical drawings from customer specifications, with guidance from experienced designers and engineers
• Develop submittal drawings and coordination models using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
• Produce manufacturing-ready drawings for fabrication and production teams
• Review drawings for accuracy, quality, and manufacturability
• Work with designers, engineers, and project managers to refine drawings
• Support projects used in industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, and data center infrastructure

What We're Looking For

• Associate's degree in CAD, Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field, or equivalent drafting experience
• 1–3 years of technical drafting experience preferred; recent graduates with strong technical skills are encouraged to apply
• Experience with a 3D parametric tool: Autodesk Inventor preferred; SolidWorks or Creo also considered
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn
• Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Why Join Schebler?

• Employee Ownership (ESOP): Schebler is 100% employee-owned. You're not just an employee, you're an owner.
• 137-Year Legacy: A stable, well-established company with no plans to sell.
• Meaningful Projects: Design systems used in large-scale industrial and infrastructure facilities, including data centers.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Structured training on our systems, with a path to the CAD Designer role. Many team members build long careers here.
• Benefits: 401(k) with company match; PTO; paid holidays; group health, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid term life insurance; voluntary benefits including short-term and long-term disability, AD&D, FSA/dependent care, and more.
• Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday schedule with a collaborative and supportive team environment.

This is an on-site position in Bettendorf, IA. Relocation assistance is not available.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to communicate information clearly in speaking and writing
• Ability to see details at close range
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally
• Ability to move throughout the office and manufacturing areas as needed

At Schebler, you're more than a drafter, you're an owner. If you're looking for a role where your work contributes to real-world infrastructure projects and your career can grow within a stable, employee-owned company, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join the Schebler team.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and requirements. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.