CAD Designer/Drafter

Job Type : Full-Time, Exempt


Duration of role : Permanent


Number of Position : 3

Reporting to : Sales Engineering

Location : Columbia, MD


About Us


At Tate, we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $600m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.


Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.


We are excited to potentially welcome you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.


About the Role


The CAD Designer/Drafter is responsible for taking inputs provided by sales and R&D engineers and using them to create models and drawings that meet engineering and customer requirements. Iterating previous CAD models and adapting current ones to match the requested changes/improvements, flagging space and interference concerns, and collaborating to develop models.


What You’ll Do

• Creates and modifies detailed models and drawings using CAD software from sketches, layouts, and/or notes provided by engineers.
• Collaborates directly with engineers to arrive at designs/solutions.
• Reviews drawings for correctness and conformance to standards.
• Participate in ongoing process improvement and best practices development.
• Support prototyping efforts through modeling.
• Document pain points and areas for improvement.

Additional Expectations

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

What You'll Bring

• 2–5 years of CAD modeling experience.
• Proficiency in engineering CAD software (Onshape experience is a plus).
• Understanding of basic engineering principles and manufacturability considerations
• Experience reviewing models and drawings and providing feedback
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and web browsers
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Some programming knowledge (a plus)
• Ability to diagnose issues
• Some familiarity with 3D printing processes (preferred)
• Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision in order to meet deadlines

What You'll Get

• Pay range: $60,000 to $80,000 USD. This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus.
• Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future. Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.

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Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon completion of post-offer requirements in accordance with applicable law.

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