Mechanical Drafter

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Position summary:

This position is responsible for the design and drafting of mechanical component drawings.

Major Duties:

• Conceptualize and use CAD tools to generate all fab packages for sourcing of mechanical components.
• Optimize mechanical components for performance, cost and ease of manufacturing.
• Interface and collaborate with engineers to take concepts, sketches and layouts and create detailed design models and drawings.
• Maintain drawing revision control per Mtron internal document control process.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge & Abilities:

• Proficient in CAD design using SolidWorks and AutoCAD with a demonstrated ability to quickly learn other CAD programs.
• Understanding of CNC machining processes and how to optimize mechanical design for ease of machining.
• Good analytical and mathematical background.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Desirable: Knowledge of ANSI and ASME standards.
• Desirable: Experience with the use of Mentor Graphics for the design of printed circuit boards.
• Must be able to work on ITAR data without a license.

Education, Experience & Training:

• 5-10 years of 2D and 3D drafting and modeling using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• AS degree in drafting, mechanical design, mechanical engineering technology or equivalent experience.