CAD Technician

CAD Technician

Paola, KS

Classification:

Full-Time

Job Summary:

Under the general direction of the Manager of Engineering, the CAD Technician will work closely with Project Engineers to ensure technical design and fabrication requirements are clearly conveyed on 3-D models, 2-D drawings, specifications, and/or instructions.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

 ·        Demonstrate and instill the company’s core values in all aspects of the job.

·        Ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times by following and promoting safety policies and procedures

·        In collaboration with other support functions, strive to do things right the first time.

·        Review customer specifications and project documents for incorporation into drawing notes, bill of materials, and purchase specifications.

·        Develop the Bill of Materials.

·        Generate 3-D models, 2-D drawings, specifications, and instructions necessary to convey project requirements to others.

·        Transmit all technical documents to the customer including but not limited to: drawings, calculations, quality plans, weld procedures, etc.

·        Respond to shop and field questions and/or non-conformances.

·        Identify customer-initiated changes to project scope and generate appropriate cost change notices.

·        Learn and remain current with all code rules and requirements.

·        Support shop with layouts, templates, etc.

·        Assist with updating of the in-house programs.

·        Be involved in the development and revision of Engineering Standards.

·        Participate in general process improvements and initiatives.

Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge is qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

Education/ Experience:

·        Technical or trade school certificate in CAD design or a related field required.

·        A minimum of 2 years of 2-D mechanical CAD design preferred. 

·        Experience with 3D piping design preferred.

·        Experience with Auto Desk Inventor and/or Plant 3D preferred.

·        Fabrication, weld shop, or machine shop experience preferred.

Skills:

·        Exceptional computer design capabilities

·        Accurate typing skills

·        Good telephone techniques

·        Good Interpersonal relations skills

·        Good oral and written communication skills

·        Strong time management skills

·        Excellent judgment abilities

·        Good mechanical and math aptitude

·        Exceptional proficiency with computers

·        Working knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Office

Licenses:

·        Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability required.

    EOE/Veterans/Disabled

Taylor Forge Engineered Systems, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of large steel fabricated products for the energy, chemical, and aerospace industries.