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Actalent CAD Technician in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Job Title: CAD TechnicianJob Description
The CAD Technician supports various phases of projects ranging from concept generation and initial design all the way through final hardware delivery and volume production. The types of projects vary from exploratory trade studies to highly detailed electro-mechanical systems. As a member of the Product Development department, the CAD Technician will be engaged in the development of 3D CAD models of complex parts and assemblies in Solidworks, generation of 2D drawings for external vendors and internal fabrication, and generation of assembly work instructions. Additionally, the CAD Technician will assist in the fabrication of prototype units, providing the opportunity to work on all aspects of the product development cycle.
Responsibilities
Develop new mechanical designs under the direction of a Product Engineer within the required time constraints.
Create Interface Control Drawings in support of program objectives.
Perform 2D/3D mechanical design of products and work instructions to effectively communicate purchasing and build needs for both assemblies and components.
Create part numbers, Bill of Materials, and routings within the MRP system.
Modify existing products to meet custom requirements.
Issue Engineering Change Notices and update product documentation to meet “As-Built” conditions.
Provide technical writing support for the creation of operation/maintenance manuals and related parts lists or other documentation.
Take primary ownership of Document Control to ensure proper revision history and distribution of product and component data.
Effectively communicate design progress and changes to multiple teams internally and assist engineers in presenting updates externally to customers.
Work with various team members to understand project requirements and ensure designs comply with performance, cost, lead time, export controls, and quality standards.
Communicate with external vendors supporting the fabrication of custom components.
Collaborate with multiple internal teams to ensure efficient flow of information related to design, BOMs, MRP, or purchasing requirements.
Assist with the fabrication of prototype units including mechanical assembly, installation of hardware like rivets and rivnuts, basic material handling and processing, and wiring.
Use lifting equipment like overhead gantries.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in SolidWorks and Microsoft Office.
Hands-on manufacturability knowledge.
Experience with design of mechanical systems and design for manufacturability.
Experience using GD&T tolerancing and complex 2D drawing generation.
Strong problem-solving ability and desire to iterate complicated solutions.
Ability to work autonomously and seek out information from multiple sources.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with basic fabrication techniques.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
US citizenship or permanent residency strongly preferred due to ITAR requirements.
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology with 0-3 years' experience, or a minimum of an associate’s degree in 3D Drafting and Mechanical Engineering Technology with 3-5 years of Design experience.
Work Environment
The work environment includes a schedule of Monday through Thursday with 10-hour days, providing a three-day weekend every week. The role may require the use of lifting equipment such as overhead gantries.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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