The CAD Designer/Drafter is responsible for creating CAD drawings to create the systems and products sold by Precision Valve Automation - PVA. This position creates the drawings used for building and detailing the machinery correctly, and within customer requirements, budget, and timeframe which ultimately impacts the revenue and long-term profitability of the company. Starting pay is $20-$24 per hour depending on experience. This position requires onsite presence in Halfmoon, NY.
Job Responsibilities:

• Creates electronic files, assembly documents, pneumatic schematics, fluid diagrams, frame assemblies, and detailed part drawings for print, machining, or other manufacturing operations within specified book date.
• Partners with purchasing, inventory, and machine/fabrication shops to order parts for on time delivery and part parameter accuracy.
• Generates engineering best drawing practices to ensure consistency.
• Organizes CAD design models on the basic machinery.
• Reviews naming convention to ensure consistency.
• Cross checks team designs and drawings for each machine build.
• Helps to create templates to impact documentation efficiency and accuracy.
• Designs parts, as needed.
• Helps develop drawings, diagrams, and schematics for patent application, as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of customer information 100% of the time.

Skills:

• Customer centric, committed to supporting the internal customer.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Self-starter who works independently and in a team environment.
• Exhibits sound judgement; anticipates the implications and consequences of situations and takes appropriate action to be prepared for possible contingencies.
• Maintains a calm, tactful demeanor when dealing with difficult situations.
• Manages multiple projects and timelines with a sense of urgency and follow through.
• Well organized, analytical, and detail oriented.
• Follows direction with focused attention.
• Exhibits initiative, willing to learn.
• Strong computer and Excel skills.
• Minimum three (3) years of CAD, required. SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Pro-E preferred.
• Associates degree or CAD certification, required. Work experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Knowledge of industrial robots, machinery, electrical and fluid mechanics, electronics, and modeling/drawing software, preferred.

Job Location: PVA Global Headquarters | Halfmoon, NY
PVA provides competitive salaries with an extensive benefits package including 90% employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance; free onsite health center; employer paid Life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance; employee assistance program; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; paid maternity/paternity leave; 401k savings with company match; new employee mentorship program.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour