CAD Mechanical Designer

Czarnowski Collective • Mableton, GA

14d

About The Position

As a Mechanical Designer, you will create engineering 3D models and fabrication documentation for custom displays and exhibits. You will develop and manage engineering data according to Czarnowski CAD standards and work independently on a variety of complex projects. You will collaborate with project teams, fabricators, and external vendors to ensure designs are accurately translated into finished products. As part of the fabrication team, you may also support conceptual design, fabrication processes including CNC production, and onsite installations, with involvement across the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• At least 2 years of display and exhibit industry experience, or design or architecture experience as a minimum.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative thinking and innovative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze challenges from multiple perspectives and develop effective solutions.
• Comfort with tackling complex problems and adapting to changing requirements.
• Advanced competency with the latest version of AutoCAD, in 2D and 3D.
• Competency with parametric modeling programs such as Inventor or Solidworks.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, scheduling software, and Adobe Acrobat review and annotation.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Architectural, Mechanical, or CAD Technology.
• Prior cabinetry and metal fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze design deliverables and translate them into concise data sets and documents suitable for fabrication.
• Gather and coordinate field surveys, show and venue regulations, technical specifications for materials and equipment, performance and lifespan information, and client-specific requirements.
• Follow Czarnowski CAD guidelines for data storage, directory structure and naming conventions, and drawing layout standards.
• Design within constraints related to budget, timeline, fabrication capabilities, available materials and material utilization, shipping methods, and setup capabilities.
• Communicate project progress to team members through the COMS intranet system at minimum milestones: control models and documents complete (33%), preliminary fabrication documents and assembly model (66%), and final fabrication documents (100%).
• Develop setup documents.
• Maintain up-to-date timekeeping.
• Support the Design Department during conceptual and developmental phases as required.
• Support Estimating and Project Management teams in developing quotes as required.
• Support Installation teams with visual and procedural documentation.
• Adhere to Czarnowski safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective within 30 days or less of the start date.
• 401(k) matching with no vesting period; employees are fully vested on day one.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Flexible work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED