Designer

Mesa Associates, Inc

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a talented, detail-oriented, and hardworking Drafter/3D Modeler/Designer to join the team in Knoxville, TN. The role involves performing 3D and 2D drafting using AutoCAD and Inventor, with experience in these software suites being strongly preferred. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys learning new CAD software and takes pride in producing high-quality, error-free CAD work. The position prepares design drawings such as 3D models, general arrangements, equipment plans, elevations, sections, control house layouts, grounding plans, conduit and cable plans, bills of material, and cable schedules for medium and high voltage substations using AutoCAD, Inventor, P4I, Revit, Solidworks, and Microsoft Office software tools. It requires collaboration in a team environment and may involve a small amount of travel. Experience in Inventor or Solidworks is preferred, and SDS Smart Tools is a plus.

Requirements

Experience in AutoCAD and Inventor is strongly preferred.
Experience in Inventor or Solidworks is preferred.
A minimum of 2 years of experience is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in these software suites is strongly preferred.
The superior candidate will be a self starter that loves to learn new CAD software and takes ownership and pride in producing high quality, error free CAD work.
SDS Smart Tools is a plus.
Two year associates degree in engineering technology or drafting is preferred.
Candidates with Drafting Certificates will also be considered.
Specific applicable experience (2 years or more) with the software listed above may also be considered in lieu of degree/certificates.

Responsibilities

Create 3D parts and assemblies in Autodesk Inventor.
Convert files between Inventor and MicroStation.
Occasionally learn and perform drafting functions in other CAD applications.
The successful candidate may be asked to lead small drafting intensive projects.
Occasionally performs non-technical drafting support for assigned projects, utilizing various computer aided design technology.
Assigned basic, routine drafting work with few technical items requiring resolution.
Work is spot checked in progress and checked upon completion.
Responsible for back checking own work to minimize rework.
The ideal candidate will become proficient in understanding assigned drawings and will eventually progress to drawing creation and design.
May occasionally assist engineers and designers with various administrative functions.