Solidworks Drafter

Job Title: Engineering Tech/Solidworks Drafter

Department: Engineering

Work Location: Maple Heights, OH

Reports To: Engineering Manager

Classification: Non-Exempt

Who We Are

Founded in 1971, Clifton Steel Company (the Company) is a nationally recognized leader in the manufacturing of military armor plate and commercial specialty steel products. Clifton has served the armor plate market for over thirty years and is the premier industry supplier of many of its commercial products. The Company is a specialist in abrasion and impact resistant steel fabrication, particularly for quenched and tempered alloy and manganese steel. As a result of investments in production capabilities, access to critical materials and strong customer relationships, Clifton has established a defensible and sustainable market position.

What You'll Do (Job Summary): Support the Sales Department by generating work instructions for the Production Team. This work is done in part by using various software programs including Solidworks, AutoCAD, Sigmanest, and Epicor to create production drawings. This position will work closely with our Engineering Manager and Senior Engineers who will help develop and advance your skills.

Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Responsibilities)

• Create production instructions & job using Epicor ERP/MRP system containing Bill of Materials.
• Create final production drawings for operations using Solidworks and/or AutoCAD.
• Completed Method of Operations (MOO’s) to include operational estimates for Company to calculate & review Efficiency metrics (Quote vs. Actual)
• Provide assistance in creating cost estimates for the Sales Team to finalize formal quotations
• Provide technical and/or vendor support to production as required
• Create CNC/nesting programs using Sigmanest software
• Provide production processing instructions for vendor purchase orders and any essential additional information
• Able to create/or ability to learn aspects of manual drafting and reverse engineer (measure and design) physical products to translate into Solidworks and/or AutoCAD models for quoting and possibly production
• Develop new and existing relationships with vendors for required services for the Company
• Communicate, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with Vendors regarding quotes and/or jobs
• Prepare, Request, and receive quotations from vendors based on quote/job requirements
• Create Vendor purchase orders
• Support Sales Department with on-site Technical & Engineering support as/if required

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, skills, and abilities required)

• High School Diploma/GED
• AutoCAD background
• Solidworks 3-D Modeling background
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Positive Work Ethic & Culture
• Organizational skills
• Moderate to advanced math skills required
• Excellent verbal, written & communication skills required

What will Make You Special (Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities)

• Associates Degree in Engineering or Engineering background/equivalent experience in Engineering environment
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Background in Steel/Steel Fabrication is a plus
• Experience or previous exposure to manufacturing methods & procedures
• Knowledge or experience in CNC programming software (i.e. Mastercam, SurfCam)
• The ability to identify problem & SOLVE
• Ability to stay focused in a fast-paced environment and take pride in work
• Cooperative with co-workers & management to accomplish objectives of Dept. and Company
• Punctuality and attendance is a requirement
• Good attitude, always acting in the best interest of Company at all times
• Ability Accept constructive criticism to better themselves and their skill set
• Fast and eager learner

Characteristics of our Engineering Tech/CAD Drafter (Competencies)

• Timely
• Committed
• Problem Solver
• Growth Mindset

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc…
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Travel

•  This position requires very rare travel but up to 5% is possible in unique instances