Fabrication CAD Lead: CNC & Sheet-Metal Expert

Vertiv; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Anderson, SC seeks a Fabrication CAD Team Lead to manage a team bridging 3D models and machinable files for CNC equipment at the Anderson, SC plant.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree with strong CAD experience, sheet metal knowledge, nesting experience, and proficiency in Autodesk Inventor. This role requires leadership and a focus on quality and efficiency on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 4 years of total CAD experience is required.
• 4 years of experience in sheet metal CAD software (preference: Autodesk Inventor)
• 2yrs of experience in nesting is required. Experience in folding software is preferred
• Deep understanding of sheet metal behavior, grain direction, spring back and minimum bend radii
• Exceptional learning capacity

Responsibilities

• Lead our team (hiring now) of Fabrication CAD Technicians in bridging the gap between 3D models (Revit) and machinable/ usable files for our CNC equipment (blasting, machining, laser, press brake, folder, etc.)
• Oversee conversion of 2D blueprints and 3D models into optimized DXF/DWG flat patterns for CNC laser cutting.
• Model and lead the review of 3D parts to verify fold sequences, ensuring zero collision risks on press brakes and folding machines.
• Generate accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production routing instructions for the shop floor.
• Selection of appropriate punch and die setups during the digital design phase to match shop floor tooling.

Skills

CAD experience

Nesting

Sheet metal knowledge

Folding software

Exceptional learning capacity

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Vertiv in Anderson, SC seeks a Fabrication CAD Team Lead to manage a team bridging 3D models and machinable files for CNC equipment at the Anderson, SC plant.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree with strong CAD experience, sheet metal knowledge, nesting experience, and proficiency in Autodesk Inventor. This role requires leadership and a focus on quality and efficiency on the shop floor.