CADD Technologist at Akima, LLC Albuquerque, NM

Akima, LLC; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Infrastructure Services (AIS) at Albuquerque is seeking a CADD Technologist to design components for pulsed power machines. You will create 3D models and detailed drawings, working with engineers, scientists, procurement, and manufacturing to ensure feasibility and proper documentation.

The role requires on-site work 100% at the Albuquerque, NM site, with a focus on GD&T and model-based design practices. DOE L clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 3+ years in CADD or equivalent.
• Proficient in creating mechanical design definitions with 3D solid models and drawings.
• Proficient with PTC Creo, PDMLink (Windchill), and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models and drawings to build next generation accelerators and pulsed power machines.
• Partner with engineers and scientists to develop designs.
• Interpret design concepts and identify requirements of detailed working drawings.
• Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, and suppliers on design, schedule, materials and processes.
• Manage documentation in a collaborative engineering environment with approvals and procedures.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Creo

PDMLink/Windchill

GD&T

DOE L clearance

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

PTC Creo

PDMLink/Windchill

GD&T standards

Job description

We are seeking a CADD Technologist to join our dynamic team of engineers and scientists developing groundbreaking technologies in one of our Pulsed Power Sciences Departments! Are you passionate about mechanical design and the creation and configuration management of 3D models and detailed drawings? If so, you will want to consider this opportunity to design new components applying engineering principles and processes to satisfy fit, form and function requirements in collaborative environment with engineering and design partners. Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite 100% of the time at the Albuquerque, NM site.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models and drawings to build next generation accelerators and pulsed power machines.
• Partner with engineers and scientist in developing designs.
• Partner with engineers to discuss and interpret design concepts and identify requirements of detailed working drawings.
• Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, and suppliers to discuss design, schedule, manufacturing processes and materials selections to ensure contractual agreements are understood and achievable.
• Manage documentation in collaborative engineering environment using product data management tools along with engineering authorization and approval processes and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus three or more years of directly related experience in Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in creating mechanical product design definition to include 3D solid models and mechanical drawings.
• Proficiency with PTC/CREO, PDMLink (Windchill), and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L security clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Experience with foundational engineering principles related to design, manufacturing, configuration management and analysis.
• Experience with Model Based Design (MBD) practices.
• Ability to work in energetic and high-performance teaming environment.
• Must be able to independently seek definition, evaluate, analyze, and then realize mechanical designs, definitions, and products.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to present to diverse audience.

Physical Demands:

If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sub-contractor you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs. If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sub-contractor, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters Akima Infrastructure Services (AIS), an Akima company, is not just another staffing contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska. At AIS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States. For our shareholders, AIS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. For our government customers, AIS supports vital missions with the most in-demand and specialized skill sets in the world. As an AIS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.