Drafter II/Cad Operator

Smith & Wesson; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Drafter to join their team in Springfield, MA. This role involves creating and modifying CAD drawings in accordance with ASME standards and company guidelines. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering and proficiency in SolidWorks. You'll collaborate with engineers to ensure designs meet specifications while enjoying a range of benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, and employee discounts. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to innovative projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision

Prescription Drug Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K Plan & Profit Sharing

Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Product Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience with CAD software, particularly SolidWorks.
• Ability to create and modify engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Create CAD drawings for engineering projects.
• Modify designs for special assignments and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

SolidWorks

Mechanical Engineering

Geometric Tolerancing

Problem Solving

Education

Associate's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Vocational High School Degree in Mechanical Drafting

Tools

CAD Software

Microsoft Office

Matrix PLM

Job description

Description

Please Note - This position is based in Springfield, MA

Since 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.

BENEFITS

• Health, Dental & Vision
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Investment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Product Discounts
• Service Awards

SCOPE -- Make Product Engineering drawings meet American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), Smith & Wesson's drawing standards, rules and guidelines. This includes all aspects of the drawing but not limited to: drawing title box, part material properties, drawing views, datums, tolerances, geometric dimensioning callouts, notes and revision control. Work with the Product Engineer to validate the drawing meets the design requirements. Use Computer Aided Design (CAD) software, including create, update, and modify designs for both solid models and drawings.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates CAD drawings for engineering projects.
• Creates and modifies designs for special assignments.
• Extensive solid modeling and drafting using SolidWorks 3D CAD software.
• Working with current geometric tolerance and ASME standards, utilizing standard drafting practices.
• Using Microsoft Office tools including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point and Matrix PLM.
• Interaction with all levels of management, employees, and vendors to accomplish tasks leading to the creation/revision of Smith & Wesson product drawings and other presentation documents and media.
• Use various file management software.
• Make basic Tool Design Drawings (during peak workloads as needed)
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience, Competencies and Education
• The ideal candidate would have an Associate's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Tool Design knowledge, and Solidworks experience.
• A four-year formal vocational high school degree of mechanical drafting (CAD) and/or actual Design drafting experience is also acceptable.
• CAD knowledge of SolidWorks is preferred.

• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
• Demonstrated ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals to perform all drafting tasks.
• REASONING ABILITY
• With minimal supervision, demonstrate the ability to solve practical problems, interpret, resolving problems and issues using a variety of instructions or guides furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
• CSWA (Certified SolidWorks Associate) SolidWorks experience preferred

DRAFTER (I II III)

LEVEL I S&W Job Code: RDCDP1

• Industry Job Code: DD19000016
• Transforms initial rough product designs using computer aided design (CAD) into working documents. Reviews engineering drawing and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards. May require an associate's degree in a related area and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.
• S&W Job Level Qualifications:
• 0-5 Years or more experience preferred making drawings using CAD.
• Create drawings under direct supervision and guidance.
• Monitor work to meet completion dates.
• Basic Level Solid models creation.
• Basic Level drawing complexity.

LEVEL II S&W Job Code: RDCDP2

• Industry Job Code: DD19000017
• Transforms initial rough product designs using computer aided design (CAD) into working documents. Reviews engineering drawing and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards. May require an associate's degree in a related area and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. May direct and lead the work of others. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
• S&W Job Level Qualifications:
• 5-10 Years or more experience preferred making drawings using CAD.
• Create drawings under limited supervision and guidance.
• Monitor work to meet completion dates.
• Middle Level Solid Model creation.
• Middle Level drawing and assembly complexity.

LEVEL III S&W Job Code: RDCDP3

• Industry Job Code: DD19000064
• Transforms initial rough product designs using computer aided design (CAD) into working documents. Reviews engineering drawing and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards. May require an associate's degree in a related area and 4-6 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. May direct and lead the work of others. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
• S&W Job Level Qualifications:
• 10-15 Years or more experience preferred making drawings using CAD.
• Create drawings under minimal supervision and guidance.
• Monitor work and coordinate projects to meet completion dates.
• High Level Solid Model creation.
• High Level drawing and assembly complexity.
• Peer Drafting Checking responsibilities

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• The ideal candidate would have an Associate's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Tool Design knowledge, and Solidworks experience.
• A four-year formal vocational high school degree of mechanical drafting (CAD) and/or actual Design drafting experience is also acceptable.
• CAD knowledge of SolidWorks is preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals to perform all drafting tasks.
• With minimal supervision, demonstrate the ability to solve practical problems, interpret, resolving problems and issues using a variety of instructions or guides furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• CSWA (Certified SolidWorks Associate) SolidWorks experience preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Standing, sitting, stooping and squatting can be expected along with lifting or with other means transfer of parts on an occasional basis. Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception and ability to focus.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Within any of our facilities, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.

The performance of this position normally requires exposure to typical manufacturing areas that under certain conditions may require the use of personal protective equipment such as Safety Glasses with Side Shields and hearing protection. Primary environment: Temperature of work area may be affected by outside temperatures and machining. Industrial lighting provided.

The following Personal Protective Equipment is required:

• Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on manufacturing floor

The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

Revised 04/05/2023