Solidworks Drafter Engineering Tech

Clifton Steel; Maple Heights (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Clifton Steel is seeking an Engineering Tech/CAD Drafter to support the Production Team with drafting, tooling, and production instructions. You will use Epicor ERP/MRP, Solidworks, and AutoCAD to generate BOM-driven production drawings and MOOs, helping the Sales Team with cost estimates and quotations.

You will collaborate with the Engineering Manager and Senior Engineers to learn and develop CAD skills, while contributing to process improvements and vendor coordination in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience with AutoCAD is required
• Solidworks 3D modeling background is required
• Mechanical aptitude and math skills are needed

Responsibilities

• Create production instructions and jobs using Epicor ERP/MRP with BOMs
• Create final production drawings using Solidworks and/or AutoCAD
• Develop MOOs with operation estimates for efficiency metrics
• Create nesting programs using Sigmanest/Pronest
• Write CNC programs for machining centers per drawings/specs
• Provide production processing instructions for vendor POs
• Assist in learning reverse engineering for CAD models
• Support in providing cost estimates for quotations
• Provide technical/vendor support to production as required
• Build vendor relationships for required services

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Organizational skills

Positive Work Ethic

Math skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Solidworks

Job description

What You'll Do (Job Summary): Support the Sales Department by generating work instructions for the Production Team.This work is done in part by using various software programs including Solidworks, AutoCAD, Sigmanest, and Epicor to create production drawings.This position will work closely with our Engineering Manager and Senior Engineers who will help develop and advance your skills.

Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Responsibilities)

• Create production instructions & job using Epicor ERP/MRP system containing Bill of Materials.
• Create final production drawings for operations using Solidworks and/or AutoCAD.
• Completed Method of Operations (MOO’s) to include operational estimates for Company to calculate & review Efficiency metrics (Quote vs. Actual)
• Create Nesting programs using plate nesting software (Sigmanest & Pronest).
• Write CNC programs for vertical and horizontal CNC machining centers in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Provide production processing instructions for vendor purchase orders and any essential additional information
• Able to create/or ability to learn aspects of manual drafting and reverse engineer (measure and design) physical products to translate into Solidworks and/or AutoCAD models for quoting and possibly production
• Provide assistance in creating cost estimates for the Sales Team to finalize formal quotations
• Provide technical and/or vendor support to production as required
• Develop new and existing relationships with vendors for required services for the Company
• Communicate, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with Vendors regarding quotes and/or jobs
• Prepare, Request, and receive quotations from vendors based on quote/job requirements
• Support Sales Department with on-site Technical & Engineering support as/if required

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, skills, and abilities required)

• High School Diploma/GED
• AutoCAD background
• Solidworks 3-D Modeling background
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Positive Work Ethic & Culture
• Organizational skills
• Moderate to advanced math skills required

What’ll Make You Special (Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities)

• Associates Degree in Engineering or Engineering background/equivalent experience in Engineering environment
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• CNC programming capabilities or experience
• Background in Steel/Steel Fabrication is a plus
• Experience or previous exposure to manufacturing methods & procedures
• Knowledge or experience in CNC programming software (i.e. Mastercam, SurfCam, etc.)
• The ability to identify problem & SOLVE
• Ability to stay focused in a fast-paced environment and take pride in work
• Cooperative with co-workers & management to accomplish objectives of Dept. and Company
• Punctuality and attendance is a requirement
• Good attitude, always acting in the best interest of Company at all times
• Ability Accept constructive criticism to better themselves and their skill set
• Fast and eager learner

Characteristics of our Engineering Tech/CAD Drafter (Competencies)

• Timely
• Growth Mindset

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc…
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Travel

• This position requires very rare travel but up to 5% is possible in unique instances