What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Designer position at Advantage Technical?
Job Description: Mechanical SolidWorks Designer
Job Location: Columbia, MD
Hourly Rate: Up to $44hr depending on experience Paid Holidays PTO time a 40-hour bonus check after 1 year.
Schedule: 9/80 Work week: Off every other Friday!
On-site position
Job Summary:
- We currently have an exciting possible Temp-to-Perm opportunity in Columbia, MD for a Mechanical SolidWorks Designer with at least 5 years of Mechanical Design experience and a high proficiency in SolidWorks 3D modeling and experience working with MIL-STDs and GD&T.
Job Description:
- Develop detailed 3D CAD models from sketches and concepts.
- Create accurate 2D production and assembly drawings.
- Create precise technical drawings and production-ready models.
- Revise existing engineering drawings based on design changes.
- Ensure all designs meet company standards and tolerances.
- Collaborate with engineers to solve design challenges.
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent, plus some higher-level technical schooling in SolidWorks and CREO CAD and standard office products software applications.
- High proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and drafting.
- Must have a thorough background including algebra, plane and solid geometry, trigonometry, and strength of materials.
- Minimum of five years’ drafting experience including three years’ experience on one or more CAD Systems covering numerous engineering disciplines such as mechanical, electrical/electronic, civic, and aeronautical.
- Must have a good working knowledge of manufacturing processes and the effect of design on cost.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity of adherence to standards of designs, drafting, dimensioning and tolerancing as described in MIL-STD-31000, MIL-STD-12, and ANSI Y14.100 series.
- Proven experience in technical drafting and mechanical design.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and tolerances.
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Preferred:
- Experience or proficiency in CoCreate 2D CAD.
- Prior experience working on contract or project-based assignments.
- Experience working with weldments.
Note:
- Must be U.S. Citizen - "Must be able to meet ITAR requirements, including US citizenship to be considered for this role."