Entry-Level Designer​/Draftsman

Carrers At Gcx

GCX has been a provider of medical instruments and IT mounting solutions for the healthcare industry since 1971. A dedication to the healthcare industry has allowed our teams to develop a unique understanding of the interaction between medical devices, users, and healthcare environments. In collaboration with our partners and customers, we create products that are utilized in virtually all healthcare settings to provide secure positioning, mobility, and ergonomic access to medical devices and computer hardware.

Overall, we are committed to developing tools and solutions to enable caregivers to deliver improved patient care.

An Entry-Level Designer/Draftsman is responsible for creating detailed Solid Works CAD drawings for sheet metal, machined, and plastic components. Will require interpreting multi-level bills of materials for developed products and assisting with releasing products to manufacturing. The role requires collaboration in a cross-functional team, working closely with Project Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Marketing to ensure successful outcomes. Attention to detail, self-direction, and resourcefulness are essential.

This is a full-time, on-site temporary role for 3-6 months. The position reports to the Engineering Manager.

• Assist in tasks related to an existing product and transfer that product to our GCX Franklin facility.
• Work with project managers and other departments to facilitate priorities of work.
• Create and update detailed CAD drawings:
  Produce or revise detailed Solid Works CAD drawings for the product, including parts, assemblies, and installation instructions.
• Create and update detailed specifications for miscellaneous components such as screws, nuts, and springs.
• Assist in the structuring of multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs):
  Assist in organizing and managing the multi-level BOMs for the product, which is a list of the components, sub-assemblies, intermediate assemblies, and raw materials needed to manufacture it.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams:
  Work closely with the following teams to ensure collective success and alignment:
  Project Managers, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Marketing.
• Release and control documentation:
  Help manage the release and revision control of product documentation.
• Engineering analyses include strength, stiffness, balance, stability, and material selection.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as required.
• Embracing a hands-on approach to manufacturing support.

• BS Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 0-2 years of demonstrated successful experience in a related field.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience.
• Knowledge of Solid Works 3D CAD (sheet metal and solids modules), and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge in design for various production processes is a plus. Examples include sheet metal stamping & forming, machining, extruding, powder coating, and plating (injection molding, die-casting).
• Knowledge ERP systems is a plus.
• Attention to detail.

• Type:
  Temporary
• Location:
  
  Franklin, MA or El Paso, TX (On-site)
• Salary: $65,000 - $78,000 annualized base pay (pro-rated for the duration of the temporary assignment)
• Duration:
  Minimum of 3 to 6 months, with potential for extension or permanent hire based on performance and business needs

GCX values and employs unique individuals of different ages, genders, ethnicities, physical and mental abilities, and lifestyles. We do not discriminate (or tolerate discrimination by our employees) against any applicant or employee based on age, gender, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected under law.