Draftsperson

Bednark Studio, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bednark Studio, Inc. in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Draftsperson with strong Solidworks and CAD/3D modeling skills to create, review, and distribute technical drawings and cut files for various projects.

The role emphasizes interpreting project concepts from sketches and renderings, aligning drawings with budget and fabrication capabilities, and supporting the Digital Fabrication Office with improvements and standard practices.

Qualifications

• Strong Solidworks proficiency is mandatory.
• Proficient in creating technical drawings, renderings, and cut files in CAD/3D modeling software.
• Interprets project conception based on sketches, renderings, and/or other information.
• Produces technical drawings, renderings, and 3D models according to project budget and fabrication requirements.
• Exhibits knowledge of hardware and various sheet goods and their applications.
• Familiar with Bednark's fabrication, finishing, CNC machining, and tooling capabilities.
• Aims to learn basic kinetic and automation engineering and ballast calculations.

Responsibilities

• Create, review, and distribute technical drawings and cut files for assigned projects.
• Interpret project conception based on sketches, renderings and/or other provided information.
• Create technical drawings, renderings, and 3D models according to project budget, fabrication capabilities, finishing capabilities, and installation requirements.
• Exhibit knowledge of home building hardware, cabinetry hardware, and related tradeshow hardware.
• Demonstrate knowledge of standard & special wood, metal, and plastic-based engineered sheet goods.
• Maintain detail and solution-oriented approach throughout the drafting process.
• Strive to learn basic kinetic and automation engineering and ballast calculations.

Skills

Solidworks

CAD drafting

3D modeling

Technical drawings

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Drawing interpretation

Tools

Rhino

Fusion 360

AutoCAD

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

In your role as a Draftsperson, you excel in CAD drafting, engineering, and 3D modeling, playing a key role in the design direction and engineering methods of each project assigned to you.

Your responsibilities include creating, reviewing, and distributing technical drawings and cut files for assigned projects. You help ensure that department tasks stay on track and are prioritized according to the production schedule.

Additionally, you assist the Digital Fabrication Office with department improvements, new techniques, and standard engineering practices. You are also responsible for troubleshooting any unforeseen challenges that arise.

Requirements

Please see the 2 bullet points below - we are not considering any applications that do not meet these requirements at the time:

• This position operates out of our facility in Brooklyn NY, remote work is not available.
• Strong Solidworks proficiency is mandatory.

Below Is a More Detailed Description Of This Work

• Proficient in creating technical drawings, renderings, and cut files in CAD/3D modeling software. (Solidworks proficiency mandatory, AutoCAD recommend/optional).
• Interprets the Project conception based on sketches, renderings and/or other provided information.
• Creates technical drawings, renderings, and 3D models according to the project budget, fabrication capabilities, finishing capabilities, and installation requirements.
• Exhibits keen knowledge of home building hardware, furniture hardware, cabinetry hardware, retail fixture hardware, signage, and tradeshow hardware.
• Exhibits keen knowledge of standard & special wood, metal, plastic-based engineered sheet goods as well as their applications, properties, dimensions and availability.
• Displays competence and awareness of Bednark's fabrication, finishing, CNC machining, and tooling capabilities.
• Maintains detail and solution-oriented throughout the entire drafting process.
• Strives to learn and develop a strong familiarity with basic kinetic and automation engineering, structural engineering methods, and ballast calculations.

Previous Work Experience in One or More of the Following Areas Is a Must:

• General Contracting.
• Carpentry.
• Metalwork.
• Cabinet Making.
• CNC Programmer or Machinist.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Must be detail-oriented and organized.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to read, understand and produce drawings and details.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Experienced in visualizing a project through the production & installation process.
• Must have regular and punctual attendance.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Experience With One or More of the Following Programs Is a Plus:

• Rhino.
• Fusion360.
• AutoCad.
• Adobe Illustrator.