CAD Designer

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Position Overview

Create, maintain, and organize all 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings for parts made by the Chickamauga Machine Shop. Should assist with Dalton Shop drawings as needed.

Essential Duties:

Create 2D drawings from supplied physical part. Create 3D models from supplied physical part. Create shop drawings with accurate dimensions and tolerances for machinists and fabricators. Ensure all drawings and designs are of high quality and error free. Utilize measuring tools such as a tape measure, calipers, micrometers, ruler, etc. Able to consider and understand machining and fabrication methods at a basic level. Understand different material properties and best uses. Work at a consistent, steady pace. Communicate well with others. Collaborate closely with engineers, machinists, and fabricators. Address issues in designs, providing solutions and adjustments to ensure the parts can be made as intended. Willingness to continue to learn software updates and changes as needed. Organize and maintain part library in shared folder. Provide primary ownership of drawings to maintain integrity, track changes, and manage revisions.

Non-Essential Duties:

Assist/mentor other CAD Designer/Operator and pass along necessary knowledge. Travel to sites occasionally.

Education:

•  High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

• Technical or Trade School Certificate or Associates degree in CAD design

Experience:

• General computer experience required (Windows, Google and cloud based products)

• Experience in 2D and 3D CAD Design

• Prefer familiarity with part/component design

• Prefer experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, or Fusion

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently required to reach, handle, stand, walk, sit, hear, and look at computer screens

• Must frequently lift up to 10 lbs

• Close vision is required

Other Requirements

• Great Communication skills and interpersonal skills required

• Analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to read common measuring instruments (tape measure, calipers)

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions

• Ability to deal with problems involving variables in standardized situations

• Work in a normal industrial environment with inherent background noise, dirt, humidity and temperature variations

Training Requirements:

CAD certification/training/refreshers as needed

Certifications / Licenses:

• Must have a valid state driver’s license and clean MVR

Competencies:

• Communicate Effectively

• Build Customer Satisfaction

• Apply Work Standards

• Collaborate

• Learn and Apply

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