Drafter / Designer

Fuji Semec Inc.; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

IRA contribution

Ally health

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Aflac access

Holidays

Vacation after year

Job summary

Fuji SEMEC is seeking a skilled mechanical designer/drafter in Plattsburgh, NY. In this role you will design and draft components for railcar systems, fixtures, and mounting equipment, using SolidWorks.

The position requires a technical drafting diploma and at least three years of experience, with a preference for railway or transportation experience. You will collaborate with a team to develop 3D models, shop drawings, and material specifications, while maintaining accuracy and meeting project

Qualifications

• Diploma in technical or industrial drafting with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Experience with SolidWorks for 3D modeling and drawings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Railway or transportation experience is a major asset.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft designs for configuration changes, new projects, maintenance or repairs.
• Create 3D models, prepare sketches and shop drawings; select materials and finishes.
• Build fixtures and jigs; take precise measurements of existing geometry.
• Collaborate with team; plan multiple tasks and meet delivery schedules.
• Apply design best practices and understand shop installation procedures.
• Stay up-to-date on methods and technologies relevant to the role.

Skills

SolidWorks

MS Office

Education

Diploma in technical/industrial drafting

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fuji SEMEC is a company based on human values. With over 30 years of experience designing, manufacturing and refurbishing electromechanical systems and subsystems for the public transportation industry. By joining our team, you will work with a great group of employees! What makes us stand out is our unique expertise and our family culture. We have the advantages of a small business with the vision and the means of a large company!

Benefits of working for us

What we offer:

Permanent, full-time position

As an essential service, we work at least 40 hours per week, with occasional overtime

Competitive salary, based on experience

Summer hours from memorial day through labor day

Calm and mostly quiet working environment

Effective after 45 DAYS of service you are eligible for :

Individual health benefits paid 75% by the employer

Family health benefits with varying % paid (single parent plan available

Effective after 3 months of service:

We contribute 2% to a simple IRA plan regardless of employee contribution (equivalent to an automatic 2% increase) after 3 months of service

Ally health (tele-health) service that is free for employees

Short term disability – paid by employer

Life insurance – Paid by employer

Access to our Aflac service

Other benefits:

12 paid holidays per year

The mandated NY sick leave may be used as personal time (floater days)

Minimum 10 days of paid vacation after first year of service

About the Role

Together, let’s open the doors to the future.

In collaboration with our team, you will be called upon to use your technical expertise to ensure that the technical support needs are met. You will be responsible for designing and drafting designs as requested to meet the requirements of configuration changes, new projects, maintenance or repairs. If you are looking to use your knowledge and get some great hands-on experience, then this job is for you!

Tasks:

Develop designs, create 3D models, prepares, sketches, concepts, (shop) drawings. material selection, finishes, etc. with minimal input until design reviews;

Build fixtures and jigs using the 3D printer;

Takes precise measurements of existing geometry;

Specific areas of design include: rail car door systems, mounting equipment, mechanical systems, interiors, and others;

Brainstorming ideas with the team;

Uses assembly industry best practices;

Plan multiple tasks and meets delivery schedule;

Applies good design practices and be knowledgeable and understand of shop installation practices and procedures;

Keeps up-to-date on work-related methods, technologies and advances in the working field.

Requirements

Diploma in technical or industrial drafting with a minimum of 3 years of experience

Experience and advanced knowledge of Solidworks

Knowledge of Microsoft office suite

Accuracy, time management, team work are necessary skills

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Railway or transportation experience is a major asset