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SalaryCAD Designer
Location: Portland, TN
Inventing Simple® isn’t just a slogan to us, it’s a way of life. Using simple plug-and-play ideology, we revolutionized solar installations in 2003 with our Interconnect SystemTM. Our harnessing system is now the gold standard EPC’s use around the world. By using simple ideas, we are making solar energy a more affordable and clean power source for future generations.
Responsibilities:
The CAD Designer is expected to perform the required tasks of
- Work independently and self-manage time to meet deadlines
- Work efficiently with a high degree of organization and accuracy
- Follow all established department processes, formatting and design standards
- Develop a working knowledge of basic PV Systems and major components
- Establish and maintain knowledge of direct use components and processes
- Review and compare customer drawings to Sales PO’s
- Report any discrepancies between final drawings and Sales Orders
- Read, understand and interpret complex Customer supplied drawings and detail prints
- Recognize potential design issues and collaborate with Supervisor for solutions
- Manipulate geometry, manage formatting and layers in complex CAD drawings
- Design layouts and custom products based on specific project’s requirements
- Create detailed customer facing drawing packages using AutoCAD 2D in Architectural format
- Prepare and calculate detailed takeoffs for custom parts using Excel and CAD 2D
- Perform self-reviews of created drawings and takeoffs
- Take meticulous notes during design process to present to Supervisor upon review
- Revise drawings and takeoffs as directed by customer or Supervisor
- Provide feedback and suggestions regarding best practices to Supervisor for continuous improvement
- Assist Team as needed to meet deadlines and create new efficiencies
Requirements:
- Proven work experience with AutoCAD 2D
- Good math and analytical skills
- Previous experience in design takeoffs of moderately complex projects
- Demonstrated ability to read and understand Engineering prints and layouts
- Ability to accurately extract and interpret details in creating technical drawings
- Knowledge of drafting principles, techniques and methods
- Ability to create and modify 2D drawings with a high level of accuracy
- Proficiency with Office products: Excel, Word & Outlook
- Strong professional verbal and written communication skills
- Must be highly organized, efficient and able to work independently
- Basic PV Systems knowledge and design
Shoals Technologies Group, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
