Technical Illustrator

Compendium Federal Technology; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Compendium Federal Technology seeks a talented Technical Illustrator to create, edit, and maintain detailed technical equipment illustrations for publications. The role uses photographs, engineering drawings, existing illustrations, and inspections to produce visuals that meet Government specifications, with collaboration on shared projects and independent work.

Responsibilities include creating illustrations with CAD, developing from various sources, and maintaining consistency with style

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience creating technical illustrations in a professional environment.
• Proficient in CAD-based software such as AutoCAD or IsoDraw.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop for image manipulation.
• Experience with government standards and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and maintain detailed technical illustrations using CAD software.
• Develop illustrations from photographs, engineering drawings, existing illustrations, or physical inspections of equipment.
• Collaborate effectively in a group setting or work independently on assigned tasks.
• Provide a portfolio of relevant technical illustrations during the application process.

Skills

Technical illustration

CAD software

Image editing

Client liaison

Tools

AutoCAD

IsoDraw

Adobe Photoshop

GOTS/COTS software

Corel Draw

Interactive Authoring and Display Software 4/5

Job description

We are seeking a talented and detail-orientedTechnical Illustratorto create, edit, and maintain detailed technical equipment illustrations for publications. The ideal candidate will utilize photographs, engineering drawings, existing illustrations, and physical inspections to produce high-quality visuals that adhere to Government specifications and standards. The role involves collaboration with a team on shared projects as well as independent work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, edit, and maintain detailed technical illustrations using CAD software, adhering to Government-provided specifications and style sheets.
• Develop illustrations from photographs, engineering drawings, existing illustrations, or physical inspections of equipment.
• Collaborate effectively in a group setting or work independently on assigned tasks.
• Provide a portfolio of relevant technical illustrations during the application process.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ yearsof experience creating technical illustrations in a professional environment.
• Proficiency in CAD-based software such asAutoCADorIsoDraw.
• Working knowledge ofAdobe Photoshopfor image manipulation.
• Experience using GOTS and COTS software applications.
• Strong ability to interface with clients, resolve graphical specifications, and address issues through problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of3D CAD modeling.
• Experience with software such asCorel DrawandInteractive Authoring and Display Software 4/5.
• Proficiency inIsoDrawandAutoCAD.
• Familiarity withCorel DrawandAdobe Photoshop.
• Knowledge of interactive authoring tools and display software.

Physical and Mental Qualifications:

• Be able to maintain awareness during scheduled working hours.
• Prolonged periods sitting or standing at desk and working on a computer (mouse and keyboard)
• Able to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; good command of the English language
• Execute tasks independently and work as a team.
• Learns and memories routine tasks.
• Strong organizational, grammar, business correspondence, and self-management skills
• Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities.
• CFT retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.