CAD Designer

CAD Designer

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Regular Full Time Nashville, TN, US

Using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) software, develop detailed 2D/3D design drawings and specifications for products. Create, modify and/or revise designs to correct operating/product deficiencies or to reduce production problems. Review and analyze specifications, sketches, drawings, ideas, and related data to assess factors affecting designs and the procedures and instructions to be followed.

• Design plans using computer-aided design (CAD) software
• Work from rough sketches or unavailable sketches and specifications
• Design products with engineering and manufacturing techniques
• Specify dimensions, materials, and procedures for new products
• Work under the supervision of engineers

• College/Technical Certificate
• 4+ years of experience in a CAD/Drafting capacity preferred

• CAD software modeling;
  AutoCAD, Pro-E, Solid Works – 3D modeling
• Product Lifecyle Management (PLM)
• Design;
  Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Mathematics— Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of a variety of construction and finish materials including solid woods a plus

• Results oriented and driven, with a track record for delivering to plan
• Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing circumstances
• Able to proactively question and challenge to prioritize and identify solutions in a timely manner
• Active Learning;
  Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• Active Listening;
  Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate
• Ability to work independently to solve design issues.

Periodic travel to and between the company’s manufacturing locations may be required (5-10%).