CAD Technologist

Boston Government Services, LLC•Albuquerque, NM

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Boston Government Services, LLC. (BGS) is seeking a CAD Technologist to support our clients at Sandia National Lab onsite in Albuquerque, New Mexico. BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction. We are passionate about our culture! At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employee’s well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun. If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below! About Our Team: Sandia's Design Engineering Group consists of multiple mechanical design departments that provide design engineering services using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as PTC Creo and other 3D modeling tools. We partner with engineering teams across the lab to produce innovative design solutions based on high quality CAD models and drawings. We ensure fit, form, and function using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), while ensuring manufacturability and maintainability of designs. We determine the physical characteristics of the product including geometric form, interface features, manufacturing specifications, processes, and assembly instructions. We communicate design options and recommended approaches to product development teams, stakeholders, and manufacturing partners. We apply technical judgment based upon engineering principles in the design and development of innovative products in support of our Nation's security programs. We provide a positive and inclusive work environment where staff can master new skills, deliver optimal value, and achieve their career goals. What Your Job Will Be like: We are seeking a Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technologist to join our Design Engineer Group. In this role, you will be at the forefront of innovation, transforming customer concepts into detailed product definitions that make a difference in national security. Each day will present exciting challenges and opportunities to showcase your creativity and technical expertise while contributing to critical initiatives in Nuclear Deterrence. On any given day, you may be called on to: Innovate and Create: Dive into the world of design as you create, modify and evaluate detailed complex component and system definitions by implementing and integrating advanced design solutions. Your ability to implement and integrate cutting-edge design solutions will play a crucial role in shaping our projects. Bring Concepts to Life: Use your skills to design intricate three-dimensional models and detailed drawings of complex objects and systems. Your work will be essential in visualizing and refining concepts that push the boundaries of engineering. Define Products: Play a vital role in defining products by transforming customer concepts into detailed specifications, ensuring clarity and precision in the design process. Present designs to clients. Collaborate and Integrate: Work closely with clients and team members, including CAD Designers, Product Design Engineers, and R&D Mechanical Engineers, to integrate defined requirements into your designs. Your insights and adaptability will ensure that our solutions meet the unique needs of each project. Lead teams in the design of three-dimensional models and detailed drawings of complex objects and systems. Master CAD Technology: Harness the power of advanced three-dimensional computer-aided design (CAD) software to develop innovative mechanical designs. You'll perform mass property calculations, complex tolerance and interference analyses. Adapt to Evolving Requirements: Be prepared to navigate and refine designs based on evolving requirements, working closely with R&D Engineers to translate conceptual ideas into practical solutions. Analyze and Optimize: Gather and analyze product performance data to drive continuous improvement in design. Develop new methods and concepts. Your analytical skills will help us refine our designs and enhance the overall quality of our products. Due to the nature of work, successful applicant will be required to work onsite. Applicants on this requisition may be interviewed by multiple organizations at Sandia National Laboratories.

Requirements

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology and 3 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience.
Experience using CAD software for complex 3D solid modeling and mechanical drawing generation and design solutions.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Successful drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Active DOE Q Clearance.
Experience using PTC-Creo software for mechanical design of complex designs and large assemblies.
Experience using AutoCAD software.
Demonstrated ability in applying mechanical design principles to formulate design concepts and meet product requirements.
Application of complex principles of tolerance analysis and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) based on experience or training.
Certification such as ASME GDTP Senior level.
Experience using a product data management system to manage CAD files.
Application of alternative/advanced manufacturing methods for mechanical hardware.
Application of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
Demonstrated successful teamwork, excellent communication skills (oral and written), and consistent demonstration of good behaviors.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.
Knowledge and understanding of the NW engineering systems and the NNSA product realization process.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a diverse team environment.
Experience in a lead designer role.
Proven ability to mentor and develop staff and develop effective working relationships with peers.
Be a recognized technical expert in mechanical design, as evidenced by sharing one's expertise with others, being consulted for technical opinions, or being asked to solve complex mechanical design issues.
Participate in corporate or industry-wide training, meetings, and/or conferences (PTC LiveWorks, Interoperability Conference, Etc.) and share knowledge to improve Design Engineering.

Responsibilities

Create, modify and evaluate detailed complex component and system definitions by implementing and integrating advanced design solutions.
Design intricate three-dimensional models and detailed drawings of complex objects and systems.
Transform customer concepts into detailed specifications, ensuring clarity and precision in the design process.
Present designs to clients.
Work closely with clients and team members, including CAD Designers, Product Design Engineers, and R&D Mechanical Engineers, to integrate defined requirements into designs.
Lead teams in the design of three-dimensional models and detailed drawings of complex objects and systems.
Develop innovative mechanical designs using advanced three-dimensional computer-aided design (CAD) software.
Perform mass property calculations, complex tolerance and interference analyses.
Navigate and refine designs based on evolving requirements, working closely with R&D Engineers to translate conceptual ideas into practical solutions.
Gather and analyze product performance data to drive continuous improvement in design.
Develop new methods and concepts.