Computer Aided Design Drafter Job at Viridi in Buffalo

The Role : We have an immediate need for a CAD Drafter with a genuine passion for excellence and a desire to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial company. This role will support our large-scale new product development projects. They will be responsible for creating 3D models and assemblies of parts and creating drawings per the appropriate standards. This candidate will be a vital participant in all design meetings and will lead the management of our SolidWorks PDM library. Job Responsibilities: Create 3D models of assemblies and parts Create the following types of drawings: Construction drawings for Mechanical, Electrical Steel frame sheet metal and weldments Wire harness schematics and assembly drawings specifically using SolidWorks Electrical Various fastening mechanisms Details of machined parts Off-the-shelf mechanical and electrical components and vendor-controlled drawings Top Level and sub-assembly drawings optimized to match the MFG process Create 2D drawings following ASME standards and GD&T standards Selection of component parts and materials to be used in the above drawing types and creating Bills of Materials for procurement Create and manage assembly drawing tree structures to align and support integration into the company ERP system Support all sustaining DFM changes request from MFG engineering and production Interact with project, mechanical, and structural engineers in the creation of designs as well as with manufacturing vendors regarding design issues Create and process engineering changes and support the implementation of ECOs in accordance with the organization's change management procedures Actively participate in design reviews and meetings Qualifications: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar position College and/or CAD Technical school degree preferred AS or Certificate in Solidworks or related field Experience in: SolidWorks 2D/3D modeling, SolidWorks PDM and experience managing large complex assembly data SolidWorks Electrical experience a big plus. Experience working in an assembly MFG environment Highly organized, detail-driven, and conscientious. Must have knowledge of the appropriate codes and standards which govern design and operating requirements. Working knowledge of scheduling software, Microsoft Office Salary: $65-75K, based on qualifications and experience