Draftsperson

Bednark Studio • Brooklyn, NY

16h • Onsite

About The Position

In your role as a Draftsperson, you excel in CAD drafting, engineering, and 3D modeling, playing a key role in the design direction and engineering methods of each project assigned to you. Your responsibilities include creating, reviewing, and distributing technical drawings and cut files for assigned projects. You help ensure that department tasks stay on track and are prioritized according to the production schedule. Additionally, you assist the Digital Fabrication Office with department improvements, new techniques, and standard engineering practices. You are also responsible for troubleshooting any unforeseen challenges that arise. This position operates out of our facility in Brooklyn NY, remote work is not available. Strong Solidworks proficiency is mandatory. For consideration please submit a resume, and portfolio that includes samples of build drawings to [email protected]. Proficient in creating technical drawings, renderings, and cut files in CAD/3D modeling software. Interprets the Project conception based on sketches, renderings and/or other provided information. Creates technical drawings, renderings, and 3D models according to the project budget, fabrication capabilities, finishing capabilities, and installation requirements. Exhibits keen knowledge of home building hardware, furniture hardware, cabinetry hardware, retail fixture hardware, signage, and tradeshow hardware. Exhibits keen knowledge of standard & special wood, metal, plastic-based engineered sheet goods as well as their applications, properties, dimensions and availability. Displays competence and awareness of Bednark's fabrication, finishing, CNC machining, and tooling capabilities. Maintains detail and solution-oriented throughout the entire drafting process. Strives to learn and develop a strong familiarity with basic kinetic and automation engineering, structural engineering methods, and ballast calculations. Previous Work Experience in One or More of the Following Areas Is a Must: General Contracting, Carpentry, Metalwork, Cabinet Making, CNC Programmer or Machinist. Our Ideal Candidate: Must be detail-oriented and organized. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to read, understand and produce drawings and details. Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment. Experienced in visualizing a project through the production & installation process. Must have regular and punctual attendance. Ability to meet deadlines.

Requirements

• Strong Solidworks proficiency is mandatory.
• Proficient in creating technical drawings, renderings, and cut files in CAD/3D modeling software.
• Exhibits keen knowledge of home building hardware, furniture hardware, cabinetry hardware, retail fixture hardware, signage, and tradeshow hardware.
• Exhibits keen knowledge of standard & special wood, metal, plastic-based engineered sheet goods as well as their applications, properties, dimensions and availability.
• Displays competence and awareness of Bednark's fabrication, finishing, CNC machining, and tooling capabilities.
• Previous Work Experience in One or More of the Following Areas Is a Must: General Contracting, Carpentry, Metalwork, Cabinet Making, CNC Programmer or Machinist.
• Must be detail-oriented and organized.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to read, understand and produce drawings and details.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Experienced in visualizing a project through the production & installation process.
• Must have regular and punctual attendance.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• AutoCAD recommend/optional
• Experience With One or More of the Following Programs Is a Plus: Rhino, Fusion360, AutoCad, Adobe Illustrator.

Responsibilities

• Creating, reviewing, and distributing technical drawings and cut files for assigned projects.
• Ensuring department tasks stay on track and are prioritized according to the production schedule.
• Assisting the Digital Fabrication Office with department improvements, new techniques, and standard engineering practices.
• Troubleshooting any unforeseen challenges that arise.
• Creating technical drawings, renderings, and cut files in CAD/3D modeling software.
• Interpreting project conception based on sketches, renderings and/or other provided information.
• Creating technical drawings, renderings, and 3D models according to the project budget, fabrication capabilities, finishing capabilities, and installation requirements.
• Maintaining detail and solution-oriented throughout the entire drafting process.
• Learning and developing a strong familiarity with basic kinetic and automation engineering, structural engineering methods, and ballast calculations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed