Engineering Fabrication – Design Technician Position Available In Floyd, Georgia

Engineering Fabrication –

Design Technician Job Category:

Fabrication

Requisition Number:

ENGIN001150

Posting Details

Posted:

April 8, 2025
Full-Time
On-site
Locations 1 location
Rome, GA 30165, USA Job Details

Description Essential Job Functions:

Prepare engineering design drawings, layouts, assembly drawers, etc. utilizing SolidWorks and AutoCAD Assist with project specification and cost estimates Translate general design objectives into specification plans, dimensions, cut-sheets, and material lists as necessary Assist in all aspects of machine fabrication to include, but not limited to, MIG welding, machining of parts on a mill or lathe, operating a band saw, torch, or plasma cutter Dismantle defective equipment and install new or repaired parts Set up and operate machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill press, and milling machine to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs, fixtures, and tools Participate in daily production team meetings Use MIG (wire) welding equipment in a safe and skilled manner Read a tape measure Operate a forklift and maintain a forklift license Discuss machine operation variations with managers or maintenance team members to diagnose problems or machine repair Observe all safety policies and procedures at all times Maintain clean and organized workstation; complete 5S checklists Work individually or with team members as assigned, maintaining a positive work environment Other duties as assigned

Professional Characteristics:

Accepts responsibility, holds himself/herself accountable for performance Self-starter, who takes the initiative and possesses a strong work ethic High aptitude in learning new technology, systems, processes Strong written and oral communication skills with team members and vendors Team player throughout the organization High level of integrity, sincerity, and honesty Degree in Mechanical Design or related field of study preferred; 8 years of equivalent work experience will be considered Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and ability to draw and interpret graphs Ability to use a computer to perform data entry and other basic computer functions Proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks Ability to travel to other VT facilities as needed Ability to work 8-12 hours per day, 5-6 days per week Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and vendors All team members are expected to follow the Code of Conduct to the highest standards as well as to adhere to the Attendance Policy of VT Industries Physical Requirements Tolerance for sitting long periods of time. Possess finger dexterity to write, type, and use a calculator. Maintain adequate vision to view small print and computer terminal. Ability to speak and hear, walk throughout facilities with occasional moderate lifting (50 pounds), stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching with hands and arms required. Ability to travel between multiple facilities as required to perform core job duties. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Ability to climb up or down ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Ability to bend body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Welding
Novice
Problem solving
Novice
Microsoft Office
Novice
Maintenance
Novice
Graphic Design
Novice
Fabrication
Novice
AutoCAD
Novice
Analytics
Novice
Behaviors
Preferred

Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group

Functional Expert:

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Detail Oriented:

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred

Goal Completion:

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Education
Preferred Bachelors or better in Design and Mechanical Systems or related field. Equal Opportunity Employer
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