CAD Designer

Job Title

Provides computer aided design (CAD) drafting, prepares drawings derived from a variety of specifications, layouts, and sketches. Transforms rough product designs into working documents using CAD software. Coordinates and consults with engineers or designers to complete projects. In addition, reviews engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards. Collaborates with change request originators to resolve discrepancies between change request and final CAD designs.

Requirements

• Process Engineering Work Requests/Inquiries. Use CAD software to create and/or revise customer & manufacturing drawings per request on Engineering Work Requests/Inquiries. Use MRP2 software to create and/or revise Bills of Material. Produce calculations to support dimensional changes. Populate and/or revise data in engineering classification system.
• Review all requests for and approve the release of engineering document changes. Review and release documents per the individual request. Review designers/drafters' drawings for format, tolerance schema, drawing scale and other drawing requirements. Review designers/drafters MRP2 entries for accuracy. Review designers/drafters database entries for accuracy. Organize and initiate Engineering Work Requests for process improvement, cost saving, component standardization, etc.
• Train or Instruct Others. Train new and existing employees on new or revised documents and work instructions.

Competencies

• Sound knowledge of engineering design principles.
• Must be familiar with location of, and application of, company and industry standards for drafting, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Must understand manufacturing processes.
• Customer Service (Internal/External) - Responds promptly to customer needs. Solicits customer feedback to improve service. Responds to requests for service and assistance. Meets commitments.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect. Keeps commitments. Inspires the trust of others. Works with integrity and ethically. Upholds organizational values.
• Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Associate Degree in Mechanical Design or other closely related field

Experience and/or Training: Minimum of 3 years design experience with agriculture/construction/off road equipment or mechanical power transmission products preferred.

Technology/Equipment: Strong understanding of mechanical components. Familiarity with MS Office products.