The Designer applies creative design skills and computer aided design drafting (CADD) practices to the generation of layout, assembly, and detail drawings for mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, or electronic equipment of simple to moderate complexity for a variety of ADTECH- OTECH projects. The Designer may also prepare sketches and other graphic information for use within technical documents, proposals, and sales-related documents. The Designer will often work alongside of or at the direction of more senior design staff and learn how to independently take on more design responsibility.
- 5 to 7 years CAD design experience.
- Associate degree in design, drafting, or related engineering field, or equivalent work experience.
- Knowledge of Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks solid modeling software.
- Ability to work under supervision to develop original designs, modifications to existing designs, and technical drawings of parts and assemblies.
- Good verbal and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with managers and engineers to solve difficult technical problems and challenges.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
- Knowledge of Microsoft ® Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Able to work overtime hours as needed.
- Must be able to obtain security clearance and pass a drug test.
- Must be a US Citizen
The hourly range for this position is $32.69 - $40.86
- Works closely with engineers and more senior designers to make drawing corrections and works independently to makes changes in accordance with drawing redlines. Works directly with engineers and manufacturing personnel to make on-the-fly drawing updates.
- Must perform independently and in a highly collaborative environment working with multiple project teams. Must be comfortable in environments where scope and requirements change frequently.
- Checks technical accuracy and completeness of drawings.
- With minimal instructions, prepares CADD solid models at the part and assembly level using Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks; completes layout and detail drawings, including application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, for simple to moderately complex equipment or mechanisms.
- Creates independent, original designs for simple to moderately complex parts and assemblies; interacts with engineering and manufacturing personnel to ensure manufacturability, maintainability, and proper assembly.
- Prepares engineering drawings, layout, and detailed design of mechanical systems using drafting techniques SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
- As required, works with Technical Lead to select commercial off-the-shelf components (electrical and mechanical) that meet stated performance requirements.