CAD Technician

Job Description Job Description

CAD Technician

Paola, KS

Classification:

Full-Time

Job Summary:

Under the general direction of the Manager of Engineering, the CAD Technician will work closely with Project Engineers to ensure technical design and fabrication requirements are clearly conveyed on 3-D models, 2-D drawings, specifications, and/or instructions.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

Demonstrate and instill the company's core values in all aspects of the job.

Ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times by following and promoting safety policies and procedures

In collaboration with other support functions, strive to do things right the first time.

Review customer specifications and project documents for incorporation into drawing notes, bill of materials, and purchase specifications.

Develop the Bill of Materials.

Generate 3-D models, 2-D drawings, specifications, and instructions necessary to convey project requirements to others.

Transmit all technical documents to the customer including but not limited to: drawings, calculations, quality plans, weld procedures, etc.

Respond to shop and field questions and/or non-conformances.

Identify customer-initiated changes to project scope and generate appropriate cost change notices.

Learn and remain current with all code rules and requirements.

Support shop with layouts, templates, etc.

Assist with updating of the in-house programs.

Be involved in the development and revision of Engineering Standards.

Participate in general process improvements and initiatives.

Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge is qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

Education/ Experience:

Technical or trade school certificate in CAD design or a related field required.

A minimum of 2 years of 2-D mechanical CAD design preferred.

Experience with 3D piping design preferred.

Experience with Auto Desk Inventor and/or Plant 3D preferred.

Fabrication, weld shop, or machine shop experience preferred.

Skills:

Exceptional computer design capabilities

Accurate typing skills

Good telephone techniques

Good Interpersonal relations skills

Good oral and written communication skills

Strong time management skills

Excellent judgment abilities

Good mechanical and math aptitude

Exceptional proficiency with computers

Working knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Office

Licenses:

Valid driver's license and proof of insurability required.

EOE/Veterans/Disabled

Company Description

Taylor Forge Engineered Systems, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of large steel fabricated products for the energy, chemical, and aerospace industries.

Company Description Taylor Forge Engineered Systems, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of large steel fabricated products for the energy, chemical, and aerospace industries.