Production Draftsperson

Are you passionate about heavy machinery, fabricated steel, and designing products that actually get built? At Cross Country Manufacturing, you won't be designing parts that live only on a screen, you'll see your ideas roll out the door as rugged, hard-working trailers used across construction and aggregate industries.

We are a growing, innovative manufacturer of heavy-duty on- and off-road trailers, known for quality, durability, and attention to detail. To keep pushing our products forward, we're expanding our in-house drafting and design team and looking for a
Production Draftsperson
who wants hands-on experience, ownership of projects, and room to grow.

If you enjoy blending design, manufacturability, and real-world problem solving, this role offers a rare opportunity to work closely with production, engineering & design, and customers from concept to completion.

Why You'll Want This Role

· See the full lifecycle – take products from early concepts through production and continuous improvement.

· Hand-on manufacturing exposure – collaborate directly with production and occasionally get on the shop floor to perform root cause analysis.

· Real influence – your design decisions directly impact cost, quality, and usability.

· Variety & growth – work with our third-party design firm in new product development, design improvements, and evolving changes.

· Supportive, creative environment – a growing company that promotes from within and invests in learning.

What You'll Be Doing

· Design and develop heavy-duty trailer components and systems using 3D modeling software.

· Collaborate with the Production Manager, Drafting Manger, third-party design firm, and plan personnel to define product and structural requirements.

· Analyze manufacturability, cost, weight, and performance to optimize designs.

· Improve existing designs based on production feedback and performance data.

· Participate in new product launches and ongoing R&D initiatives.

· Create and maintain:

• Bill of Materials (BOMs)
• Weldments and cut lists
• Accurate, production-ready drawings

· Work directly with production teams to identify issues and redesign for better functionality and efficiency.

· Assist in selecting cost-effective components aligned with manufacturing capabilities and inventory.

· Review production reports and collaborate with third-party design firm.

What We're Looking For

· Relevant work experience

· Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred – training available for the right candidate)

· Strong understanding of or interest in manufacturing and fabricated steel design

· Detail-oriented with strong organizational and planning skills

· Comfortable communicating with both office and production teams

· Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, fast-moving environment

· Adaptable, curious, and motivated to grow with an expanding company

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Assets (but not required):

· Post-secondary education

· Hands-on metalworking or shop experience

· Knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment

· Experience working with heavy equipment or structural steel

Grow With Us

Cross Country Manufacturing offers more than a job, we offer the chance to build a long-term career designing products that matter. You'll gain broad experience, expand your technical skillset, and be supported by a team that values innovation, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.

Apply by sending your resume and cover letter to:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.