Drafter/CAD Operator

Must be a US Citizen. This is an onsite position.

Job Description

• Using Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software, prepares or edits complex drawing packages including multiple views, connection or wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and elevations.
• Drawings include complex design features that require considerable drafting skill to visualize and portray.
• Assignments may require the use of mathematical formulas to compute such as weights, load capacities, dimensions, quantities of materials, etc.
• Working from sketches and verbal information supplied by an engineer or designer, determines the most appropriate views, details or drawings and supplementary information needed to complete assignments.
• Selects required information from precedents, manufacturers' catalogs, and technical guides.
• Independently resolves most problems encountered. Supervisor or designer may suggest methods of approach or provide advice on unusually difficult problems.
• Prepares a variety of drawings and sketches using multiple drafting techniques as required.
• Prepares a variety of drawings using a mastery of terminal operator's layout drafting level of the command and data entry methods appropriate to the CAD system in use.
• Performs assists tasks exercising judgment in the selection and use of appropriate drafting practices, procedures and specifications.
• All work is subject to specific checking and approval. Answers questions of and gives assistance to lower classified personnel.
• Determines scales, views, and sections for orthographic and axonometric drawings relating to design and documentation requirements using appropriate processes.
• Prepares drawings of electrical schematics and connection diagrams from rough sketches or design information using knowledge of the physical, functional, and fabrication requirements of the items and assemblies.
• Develops layouts and drawings of complex items and assemblies within established weight and dimensional limits.
• Prepares drafting time/cost requirement estimates. Provides time/cost management of projects as required.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job Type: Contract

Salary: Up to $48.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• SolidWorks: 5 years (Required)
• Draftsite: 5 years (Required)
• Product Data Management: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person