CAD Drafter/Designer

CAD Drafter

NJ Steel Baron is a specialized material and machining service provider focused on the cutlery and knife making industry in the US and abroad. From blacksmiths, to bladesmiths to CNC shops, hobbyist to full production shops we supply them all.

We provide a variety of alloys from single bar to mill runs depending on customer needs. Company capabilities include waterjet and surface grinding services, small batch custom cutlery production, laminate steel production, stabilized wood products, as well as other contract work. We hope to expand our CNC router and laser engraving services soon as well.

We are looking for a knowledgeable and driven candidate to take on a position in our Extra Services department as a CAD Drafter/Designer.

An ideal candidate would have CAD drafting experience and certification or degree, relevant work experience in any type of crafting, trade or production shop, and some service industry experience (i.e. bartender, chef, etc.). Blacksmithing or machining experience is also a huge plus.

Candidate must be personable, timely, and detail oriented. We run a high volume of small-batch waterjet jobs and spend a lot of time educating our customers on how to ramp up their own production capabilities. We pride ourselves on our ability to help hobby and part time makers work their way into full time makers and production shops. Education in cutlery production and specialty alloys is part of the training here as well. Candidates will get hands-on crafting time to make sure they can meet our customers wherever they are at when it comes to their own skill set and abilities.

Candidate must have a valid driver’s license or state ID and be able to make it to work on time. We are located right next to the Hawthorne train station, so that is always an option. We allow our staff to bring their dogs to work, so any candidate should take into consideration there are up to half a dozen dogs in the office throughout the day.

Qualifications/Skills

Preferred, but Not Required

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college, technical school or other if applicable
• 3 years’ experience as AutoCAD Drafter
• Ability to generate 2D 3D drawings (AutoCAD, Fusion 360)
• Previous experience with waterjet nesting and Omax native software
• Previous production and CNC manufacturing experience especially in relation to waterjet services
• Experience as a blacksmith, bladesmith, cutlery maker, or any other crafting/trade skills
• Fluent in Spanish / other language, verbal and written

Required

• 2 years’ experience as AutoCAD Drafter
• Proficient in Microsoft products, especially Excel. Additionally, capability with Adobe
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to generate 2D drawings per customer-submitted designs, templates (and sometimes napkin sketches)
• Ability to develop and adjust workflow to complete tasks
• Basic understanding of industrial equipment and process
• Previous customer service experience (call center, sales, bartender, etc.)
• Ability to build and maintain working relationships with return customers and coworkers
• Able to be team player and able to work on group tasks and projects
• Fluent in English, verbal and written, with strong communication skills
• Detail oriented and organized
• Self-starter / able to prioritize assigned tasks
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be okay with dogs in the working environment

Responsibilities

• Generate 2D CAD files based off customer submitted designs, PDFs, templates etc. using AutoCAD
• Assessing and editing customer submitted CAD files
• Generating PDF or other visual aids for customer design approval
• Nesting, pathing, and generating waterjet cutting quotes based off customer designs and material specifications
• Generating finalized pathed files for shop floor and accompanying paperwork (work order, job sheet, packlist, etc.)
• Frequently communicating with customers about design changes, quotes, inventory, scheduling and material needs via phone and email correspondence
• Completion of assigned tasks on schedule
• Assist in general office and administrative work as needed

Benefits Perks

• Full time position: 36 Hours, 4-Day Work Week
• Health Insurance 100% covered for full-time staff
• Vision and Dental riders available for minimal weekly contribution
• Quarterly company breaks
• Paid time off and sick leave approved by a doctor's note
• Flexible hours
• Company runs from 6AM-830PM (M-F)
• Trade show and event opportunities
• Cost of living raises as determined by management
• Yearly reviews and performance-based raises
• Bonuses
• Makerspace access
• On the job training

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hawthorne, NJ 07506: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Some of our staff keep their dogs in the office during their shift. Are you comfortable working around dogs?

Experience:

• AutoCAD: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $24