CAD Designer

Position Summary

The CAD Designer designs specialized fluid control components using computer aided design and drafting (CAD) tools to meet customer requests; and collaborates as necessary to generate details, assembly drawings, models, and bills of materials (BOM). This position requires interactions with the design engineers on a daily basis but may also include other functional groups, particularly Manufacturing Engineering and Purchasing.

• Engineering staff will review work products and provide directions daily.
• Break down information obtained from specifications, sketches, customer layout drawings and instructions furnished by others and convert the information into detailed drawings with section views and dimensions.
• Perform a variety of mathematical calculations using standard procedures.
• Responsibility for coordinating with others to determine whether drawings can be executed efficiently and within expected tolerances.
• Prepare bills of materials and specifications.
• CAD work is completed using computerized drafting applications (Solidworks).
• Completes forms and relevant documentation within the Engineering department.
• Compiles record of project progress.
• Releases approved prints for official use.
• All other duties and tasks as assigned by management.

• Results oriented, with sound judgment.
• Excellent demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent demonstrated analytical and critical thinking with respect to CAD, ASME design and drafting standards, and product requirements.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, timeliness, and high quality are paramount.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage changes during the design phase.
• Resourceful and well organized.
• Ability to effectively work in a cross-functional team.
• Working knowledge of computerized drafting applications (Solidworks).
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T.

• Completion of a formal drafting program and 5+ years of drafting experience, or equivalent. Relevant mechanical design experience preferred in the design of mechanical components or valves.

• U.S. Citizen.