CAD Design Technician

Halton Company•Scottsville, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The CAD Design Technician works in our Applications Engineering department. The successful candidate should have a solid understanding of creating plan drawings / blueprints utilizing AutoCAD or other similar software packages. The CAD Design Technician will develop a strong working knowledge of the foodservice industry, kitchen ventilation systems and concepts, and all facets of Halton products allowing for the creation of AutoCAD drawings and/or designs, along with the creation of Revit 3D models. This role also provides technical support and consultation for a wide range of industry customers.

Requirements

An associate's degree or higher and/or a minimum of 3 years AutoCAD experience with a high school diploma or general education degree and related experience and/or training
Well versed in AutoCAD or similar CAD packages
Have a clear understanding of computers and ability to navigate various software packages including, but not limited to: Navision, Microsoft Office, and Halton Design Software
Ability to read and speak English
Possess both written and oral communication skills appropriate to a workplace environment
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Responsibilities

Create submittal drawings using AutoCAD for customer and manufacturing use.
Create and maintain Revit 3D models of Halton products.
Develop and maintain an understanding of fire suppression system design and components.
Understand, interpret, and apply various mechanical and fire codes/standards.
Consult with customers concerning submittal drawings and technical support issues relating to hood design and performance.
Occasionally create hood design information using Halton proprietary design software.
Occasionally create displacement design information using Halton proprietary design software.
Consult with customers concerning all Halton products.
Interpret and generate electrical schematics.
Troubleshoot problematic hood systems.
A thorough understanding of Halton UL and ETL listings.