CAD Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Summary of Position :

Works directly with Solutions Architect and produces OEM electro-mechanical drawings and solutions based on requirements, specifications and direction.

Uses Solidworks and other tools to accurately prepare drawing and assembly packages, bills of material and other documentation as required to ensure the highest level of profitability and customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions :

• Designs and collaborates on custom electro-mechanical products and components involving custom material handling, robotics, conveyors, automated inspection frames.
• Demonstrates sufficient technical knowledge of conveyor design
• Participates in hands-on activities to procure, assemble, test and troubleshoot potential designs prior to manufacturing release.
• Applies creative solutions to solve problems.
• Applies standard drafting practices. Produces moderately difficult drawings of parts, assemblies, sub-assemblies, catalog items, tooling layouts and facility plans.
• Uses CAD system(s) to effectively produce required documents.
• Proficient in Solidworks
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service
• Provides drafting support and generates additional support documentation on schedule consistent with provided instructions and with minimal degree of supervision.
• Participates actively as a presenter or reviewer at design reviews and related meetings.
• Ability to make recommendations on changes in approach, concepts and the design of solutions as a team member
• to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision
• Ability to apply knowledge of multidisciplinary business principles and practices to achieve successful outcomes in cross-functional projects and activities

Competencies :

1. Ensures Accountability

2. Tech Savvy

3. Communicates Effectively

4. Drives Results

5. Customer Focus

6. Resourcefulness

7. Values Differences

Work Environment :

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee in this position frequently communicates with other co-workers / clients who have inquiries about the various projects and other needs.

Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time.

The employee in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

Constantly operate a computer and office machinery such as a calculator, keyboard, copy machine and printer. Frequently moves boxes with equipment weighing up to 25lbs across the building and / or to other offsite buildings for various project needs.

Required Education and Experience :

4-year degree or certification 5+ Years of Experience

Qualifications :

• Hands-on build experience in fabrication, mechanical assembly, use of common fabrication tools
• Knowledge of Product Data Management, Product Development Processes
• Expert in revision management
• Experience in solving problems
• Ability to stay on schedule and meet customer delivery deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface with people across multiple functional areas
• Ability to collaborate on solutions
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstances and have the ability to thrive in a constantly changing business environment
• Self-directed, motivated, highly accountable, flexible, well-organized and detail-oriented
• Able to convey complex concepts in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to work with confidential and sensitive nonpublic information with a high level of professionalism and composure
• Position requires individual that is independent, has high energy / enthusiasm and the ability to analyze / solve problems and identify opportunities
• Certification or formal training in AutoCAD or SolidWorks software
• Mechanical design and analysis
• Knowledge of drafting standards and manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Web conferencing, Databases and willingness to learn other tools

AAP / EEO Statement :

3MD Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, sex, age, race and color, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other category that is protected by applicable law.

Other Duties :

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.