Cad Engineer

Overview:

This position is responsible for designing plans for ATA case projects from concept to implementation. The CAD Engineer will work with the Sales and Project Management teams on design of ATA cases and will provide the proper technical support to the production team. This position will report to the Engineering Manager.

Essential Functions:

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

• Design case solutions based on client instructions.
• Prepare rough sketches and drawings to support sales and quotations.
• Develop detailed drawings and assemblies for prototype and production products.
• Use 3-D and 2-D CAD software to develop designs and prepare drawings.
• Check and review product concepts, parts, and assembly drawings.
• Inspect prototype and production parts and assemblies.
• Develop installation manuals and assembly procedures.
• File management, printing, plotting, creating, and translating CAD data.
• Engineer projects to meet all specifications, including load, size, weight, and accessibility.
• Work and communicate effectively with project managers, suppliers, clients, and internal customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Experience in product development, tool design, electrical, and architecture.
• Proficient in 2D and 3D CAD programs.  
• Experience designing with a variety of materials, including wood, sheet metal, and plastics.
• Knowledge of standard drafting and dimension practices.  
• Ability to design from verbal communication and rough sketches.
• Ability to communicate alternative ideas and designs.
• Experience with office software including but not limited to Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, FTP, etc.
• Ability to work independently to make educated decisions.
• Time management and organization skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

Work is regularly performed in a combination of office and warehouse environments and is regularly exposed to heavy machinery and noise.

 Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position may need to sit or stand as needed and may require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required using proper lifting techniques. The position may require the ability to lift no more than 10 lbs. at a time.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position with an expectation to work 40 hours per week.  Must be available to work overtime as needed.

Travel:

No travel is required for this position.

Required Education and Experience:

• 1-3 years of 3D-CAD experience
• 1-3 years of manufacturing experience 
• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 3+ years of 3D-CAD experience
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience
• Associates degree or Certification in a technical or related field

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.