Our client is seeking a Designer/Drafter to create drawings that exhibit the detail and method of assembly for a variety of machinery and components.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Produce correct and complete computer-generated drawings and 3D models for parts, assemblies and projects using Autodesk Inventor
Work directly with Engineer, Vendors, Purchasing and Shop Foreman to coordinate the production and release of drawings and projects for fabrication and construction
Perform necessary calculations for preparation of clear, complete and accurate drawings using standards for dimensions and tolerances
Produce Bills of Material and work instructions
Assist with the establishment of and adherence to drafting standards
Assist in design reviews, safety reviews and cost manufacturing reviews
Work with Engineer and staff to set scheduling priorities and ensure these timelines are met
Work on several design projects simultaneously and lead small sized projects on occasion
Migrate existing project data to Autodesk Vault document control system and utilize Vault to manage all future project work
Effectively interface with all levels of personnel including co-workers/company employees, vendors and customers
Under direction of Engineering, assist in reviewing project requirements, technical specifications and reference drawings to prepare layouts for parts/sub-assemblies from concept phase through commissioning
Assist in evaluating equipment and making suggestions regarding design revisions to simplify or improve
Provide design information to generate equipment manuals
Maintain information, per the organizations standards, in an organized file system, including revisions
Work with various precision measuring instruments.
Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy
Qualifications/Skills:
Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault
Strong in conceptual design
Must have the ability to transpose hand sketches into computer generated drawings
Solid understanding of Manufacturing Processes
Must be able to measure and sketch parts and assemblies as needed
Knowledge of tolerance and its application to mechanical design
Complies with all Quality and Safety policies, regulations and instructions
Problem solving / Reasoning ability
Project Organizational Skills using logical step-by-step procedures to complete tasks
Additional Skills Including: Design Planning, Timeline Management, Communications, Team Building and Technical Writing.
Education/Experience:
Associate's Degree in mechanical drafting or related field, or equivalent technical certificate
1-3 years related experience in 3D modeling of parts and assemblies