What are the responsibilities and job description for the Designer 1 Elkhart position at Thermo Bond Buildings?
JOB DESCRIPTION
DESIGNER 1 TBA-HR-FJ-077
JOB SUMMARY:
The Designer 1 position requires the basic knowledge of using AutoCAD to create drawings of
buildings used in the telecommunications industry. Candidate will undergo training to become
proficient in Autodesk Inventor 3D modeling software. Knowledge of building construction and the
ability to read prints is essential. Additionally, the Designer 1 would interface with Enterprise Resource
Planning (ERP) system to build and maintain Bills of Material (BoM) to create manufacturing work
orders used construct Thermo Bond shelters. The Designer 1 would work with the Sales department
and the customer to develop the detailed drawings necessary to communicate requirements, as well
as potential customer changes, to manufacturing personnel.
REPORTS TO:
- Engineering Manager
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- None.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Interface with Sales personnel to develop initial prints from customer specifications, develops
additional iterations of prints based upon customer and TBB staff feedback, ultimately providing
a final design.
- Develop prints of TBB production facilities for modification as TBB needs evolve.
- Works closely with Integration, Electrical and Engineering to verify print detail.
- Works closely with Purchasing regarding material options for project specific requirements.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 0-3 years’ experience in mechanical and electrical drafting.
- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Inventor and/or SolidWorks and MS Office applications.
- Well-developed communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to be effective with limited supervision.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:
- None
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associates degree in drafting or equivalent experience.
TRAVEL, HOURS OF WORK & SUPERVISION: Hours are flexible. Some overnight travel may be
required on occasion.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
DESIGNER 1 TBA-HR-FJ-077
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: This position is a full time, salaried position that does not require
hourly time reporting and is eligible to participate in Thermo Bond vacation, medical, 401K and life
insurance programs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (including but not limited to):
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the facility.
- Able to lift/carry 15 lbs.
Revision Date Author Description
1/13/23 GL Original Release
3/9/23 GL Specify Inventor as primary modeling software
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