CAD Drafter / Engineering Assistant

Summary:
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the CAD Drafter/Engineering Assistant will translate conceptual designs produced by Project Engineers and ensure the product is designed according to product specifications. The CAD Drafter/Engineering Assistant will work in conjunction with Engineers to finalize submittal design packages and fabrication drawings; as well as work with Designers to translate their concepts and specifications into precise drawings that can be used for construction, manufacturing, or other purposes. This role will be critical to ensuring the accuracy and quality of design documentation and contributing to the successful execution of projects across various industries.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Main focus will be on drafting and design to generate precise 2D and 3D drawings, schematics, and models using CAD software based on project requirements and specifications.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to understand design objectives, constraints, and technical requirements. Communicate effectively to clarify design intent and address feedback.
• Assist engineers in conceptualizing, developing, and refining engineering designs. Contribute ideas and insights to design discussions, meetings, and brainstorming sessions.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including plans, elevations, sections, and material lists. Maintain accuracy and consistency across all drafting deliverables.
• Conduct thorough reviews of drafted drawings to identify errors, inconsistencies, or compliance issues. Verify dimensions, tolerances, and specifications to meet design requirements.
• Incorporate revisions and requested changes into existing drawings and designs. Update CAD files and documentation, accordingly, maintaining version control and revision history.
• Manage workload and prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines and milestones. Proactively communicate with team members to coordinate efforts and address potential delays.
• Maintain organized records of engineering drawings, documents, and files. Ensure that all documentation is up-to-date, accurate, and easily accessible to engineering teams.

Job Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security
• Associate degree in a relevant discipline, or in lieu of degree, 5+ years of experience performing in a similar
• Understanding of engineering, architecture, or related disciplines, with the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in drafting work, with a focus on producing high-quality deliverables.
• Knowledge of DOS standards, FE/BR standards, and spec requirements (preferred but not required)
• Proficiency in Autodesk products and understanding of project management, document control, and product lifecycle management software.
• Thorough understanding of design principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills, and a strong attention to detail
• Ability to travel occasionally both domestically & internationally (if required)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Blue Cross health and dental insurance, vision insurance benefits
• Company-provided Life, AD&D, and Long-term Disability (LTD) benefits
• Company paid vacation and sick leave
• 401k with company match

Physical Environment:
Functions in a temperature-controlled office environment a majority of the time. Work requires the ability to sit throughout an extended workday (8-10 hours) with occasional walking into other areas of the manufacturing facility; position requires use of fingers, hands, and arms on a consistent basis for keyboarding and phone work; position requires the ability to talk and hear; position may need to lift up to 25 pounds on occasion; excellent vision skills (with or without correction) are required. The standard office environment has moderate noise levels associated with computer equipment, customers, and phone conversations. On occasion the noise level may be loud due to various equipment in use in the manufacturing facility.
Harden Architectural Security Products, LLC is an EOE/Vets/Disabilities
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)