CAD Designer Drafter

About us:

G&G Fabrications, Inc. is a fast-growing business in Albuquerque, NM. We create custom vehicle fabrication and trailer conversions for Motion Picture Productions. Our team strives to produce high quality products with the support of our hands on management team. G&G is always working on exciting new projects and is looking to add new members to our team!

The ideal candidate for this position is a CAD Drafter & Designer with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in AUTO CAD release 9 or above. Experience or knowledge on a CNC machine is a plus! Our new team member must have a good understanding of product and manufacturing flow. The candidate must have a good understanding of structural design and be able to interpret blueprints and plans. This ideal candidate is an effective communicator who can work with team members to ensure the fast-paced work environment flows cohesively.

Overview:

Assist in the preparation of plans and exhibit which entails making accurate computer drawings from trailer plans, design sketches and conceptual drawings.

Position Description:

Read and review shop drawings, specifications and other data received from the trailer designs

Modify and refine designs to conform to customer specifications, production limitations or trailer plan modifications

Evaluate feasibility of design ideas based on factors such as safety, function, serviceability, budget, appearance, and production cost/methods

Research production specifications, costs, production materials and manufacturing methods, and provide cost estimates and itemized production requirements

Develop component documents for work orders that reflect knowledge or equipment used in shop and how to optimize efficiency of cutting and component assembly

Present designs and reports to manager for approval to discuss possible need for modification

Must understand product and manufacturing workflow

Perform related responsibilities as assigned

Education & Experience

At least 2 years of experience with AutoCAD

Basic skills of manipulating and modifying drawings within AutoCAD

Must be capable of performing all advanced features of CAD systems

Technical background as it relates to reading and understanding fabrication assembly

High school diploma or equivalent

CNC experience is a plus

SKILLS:

Strong computer and mathematical skills

Auto CAD experience

Problem solving skills to detect issues in the creation processes to find solutions

Certifications a Plus

Ability to read/analyze Blueprints

Punctuality

Time management

Team player that can work with others

Energetic personality that can work in a fast-pace environment