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Power Test LLC
Drafter/Designer - On-Site In Person Position
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What they do
A CAD Designer or Drafter uses computer software to convert engineering or architectural designs into technical drawings and plans.
$58,838 / year median in Wisconsin
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Job Summary:
Responsible for helping deliver profitable growth by working from specifications to produce layouts, make modifications on standard models and drawings for machinery. Performs some detailing of engineering concepts as directed. Compile and maintain required documents and records. Essential Functions This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.- Demonstrate company values.
- Contribute to the company safety program.
- Compile Bills of Materials and specification sheets.
- Modify or adjust existing 3D models according to defined specifications.
- Participate in Lean initiatives. Recommend and help implement improvements.
- Study and analyze blue prints and computer or hand generated technical drawings.
- Complete investigations pertinent to the design. Maintain records, documents and findings.
- Prioritize and complete work timely, anticipating and communicating necessary shifts in project timelines.
- Perform drafting, and assist Engineers and Senior Drafter-Designers with designing products or facilities.
- Work from standard product specifications using manufacturing and material quotes to guide design decisions.
- Complete timely ECNs as required. Maintain ECN procedures and documentation in PDM when creating and redesigning existing products.
- Collaborate with shop personnel to ensure design manufacturability, efficiency, and an appropriate combination of cost and quality are achieved.
- Use Solidworks, Solidworks PDM, MS Office and other business programs as directed. Complete required reports, documentation and approvals.
- Work independently and as part of a team to produce or modify a variety of standard layouts, assemblies, and drawings for new and existing products.
- Perform all other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Basic electrical and software systems knowledge ideal.
- Strong math, blueprint reading skills, and use of technical instructions is required.
- Excellent computer proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and SolidWorks. AutoCAD experience is a plus.
- Team player and self-motivated. Ability to work attentively and efficiently at producing high quality work.
- Strong mechanical aptitude. Basic knowledge of industrial machines and manufacturing processes and tools.
- Knowledge of characteristics of metals, production techniques, and how these impact the quality of the form, fit and function of the designed components and systems is ideal
- Knowledge of manufacuturing process and can apply them to technical drawing layout to communicate design intent including appropriate use of datum, tolerancing and GD&T Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Language Skills Ability to read and understand documents such as blueprints, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.