CAD Designer

Eaton's Electrical Sector - ARS PDCA division is currently seeking a Custom Order Designer based onsite at our Eaton Fayetteville facility.

The primary function of the Custom Order Designer is to provide mechanical design and documentation support for the Low Voltage Motor Control Center product line. This includes, but is not limited to: engineering designs, collaborating with application engineers and manufacturing associates, utilization of design automation software, and producing/maintaining manufacturing documentation. This position will focus on all aspects of MCC order design requirements, including limited application engineering requirements, with some possibility to interface directly with Eaton sales force and customers.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $69000 - $101000 a year. Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.


What you'll do:

• Analyze schematic diagrams to determine mechanical design requirements and associated layouts.
• Manage Manufacturing and Engineering Change Notices.
• Demonstrate advanced computer skills with ability to learn required software (Bid Manager, AutoCAD, Design Automation, MAPICS).
• Interpret engineering work packages to develop mechanical design and manufacturing information packages.
• Coordinate with different levels of the organization to ensure schedules are met.
• Conduct detailed Bill of Material reviews for editing and accuracy.
• Handle multiple projects/assignments/duties simultaneously.
• Quality Systems / Corporate Programs: Ensure compliance where applicable with systems and programs such as: ISO 9000-2000, ISO 14001, Underwriters Laboratory, NEMA, etc.
• Participate in and demonstrate understanding of other programs, such as: Eaton Business System (EBS), Management of Environmental Safety and Health (MESH), etc.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Basic (required) Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma / GED with at least 5 years of relevant experience, or an associate's degree or higher in a related engineering/technology major with at least 2 years relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline. (Relevant experience is defined as the use of computer-aided design software to create engineered drawings and/or experience and knowledge of the design and manufacturing of motor control centers and/or package control assemblies.)
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates within a 75-mile radius of Fayetteville, NC will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in AutoCAD and other engineering and design software programs.
• Understanding and application of drafting standards and techniques (using computer-aided engineering software).
• Capability to visualize components, features and assemblies in three-dimensional space.

Additional Information:

Health and Safety Responsibilities:

• Know and follow established job specific and facility wide health and safety procedures and rules.
• Bring health and safety issues, unsafe acts and safety suggestions to management's attention or correct those they can
• Actively participate in accident, injury and illness prevention activities such as:
  • Identify and correct hazards and unsafe conditions.
  • Accident, near-miss accident or potential hazard investigations.
• Keep other employees aware of health and safety practices and activities by actively observing fellow employee work practices and incorporating safety.
• Actively participate in health and safety training and demonstrate competency based on training received.
• Participate actively in providing suggestions for the health and safety program improvement.
• Know and implement regulatory compliance requirements in their work area.

All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates' privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.


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