Senior CAD Operator

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Using design layouts, models and other information, create design drawings for use by manufacturing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Support CAD Designers by creating working drawings for basic shelters and mechanical and electrical modifications including rack installations, ECU installations, entry panel installations, lighting, power distribution, and other ancillary items.
• Understand customer Technical Data Package requirements for the program.
• Incorporate drawing changes.
• Follow all CAD standards and procedures used by Gichner Shelter Systems.
• Meet CAD schedules and budgets.
• Review drawings for completeness and accuracy.
• Follow configuration requirements for documentation control.
• Interface with other departments to support the project.
• Contribute to product improvement, standardization and department improvement projects.
• Resolves problems that are diversified and complex.
• Requires adapting methodology used when situation is not covered by established practice.
• Shows expertise in one or two areas and demonstrate iout-of-box creativity.
• Requires considerable judgment in compiling facts and making decisions where recognized practice is inadequate for the situation.
• Acts under the general direction of designer or manager.
• Regularly takes initiative to solve problems.
• May provide work leadership and training to lower-level operators.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
• Advanced knowledge of Gichner products.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ yearis technical training, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years CAD detailer experience.
• 3D modeling experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office environment.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.