CAD Designer/drafter

CAD Designer/Drafter

Prepares detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for the manufacture of tooling dies and forging tools using CAD software.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Transfers customer data sets and generate drawings for estimates using CAD tools and other available software.
• Creates 2D forging drawings and 3D models from customer drawings and models using CAD tools.
• Creates 2D drawings and 3D models necessary for the manufacture of the dies and forging tools using the CAD tools and instructions from the supervising engineer.
• Interact and engage with personnel cross functionally to ensure drawings are compatible with machinery, material specs, tolerances, and customer specifications
• Collaborate with engineers and toolmakers on manufacturability, material selection, equipment needs, and press/die performance
• May support die setups, adjust tooling parameters to ensure quality and efficiency
• Supports with bill of materials (BOMs), cost estimates, and material take-offs for quotes and production planning
• Maintain CAD libraries, standards, SOPs, PDM/PLM databases, including vendor blocks and templates
• Provide QA/QC on drawings – checking compliance with specifications, codes, tolerances, and best practices
• Any other duties assigned.

Required Skills:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, blueprints and specifications. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of supervisors and managers and shop personnel.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• A wide range of engineering knowledge with an emphasis on mechanics, materials, machining methods, mathematics and physics

Experience & Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Computer Aided Design; CATIA (preferred)
• GD&T
• Two years or more of Forge Manufacturing preferred

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.