Senior Draftsperson

Mercer University • Warner Robins, GA

145d

About The Position

Mercer Engineering Research Center (MERC), a research institute of Mercer University, provides high quality engineering, scientific, and technical support services to both government and private industry customers. The Senior Draftsperson will be using computer-aided design (CAD) to provide engineering drawings and drafting to support the MERC engineering staff under the supervision of the respective chief engineer.

Requirements

• US Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• Formal training, course work, or certification and 9 years of directly related experience with ASME-Y14.100, ASME-Y14.24, ASME-Y14.35, and ASME-Y14.34, MIL-STD-31000, IEEE, ANSI, and other related standards to prepare drawings is required.
• Experience creating part and assembly models and fabrication drawings via CAD system.
• Experience creating part and assembly models and drawings in SolidWorks.
• Experience creating 2D drawings/blueprints for fabrication in AutoCAD.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Air Force systems, drafting practices, and TDP requirements
• Experience in the application of GD&T
• Experience in the application of Model-Based Definitions (MBD)
• Ability to handle multiple projects
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to self-direct work

Responsibilities

• Utilizes SolidWorks and AutoCAD to develop engineering models and drawings
• Uses ASME-Y14.100, ASME-Y14.24, ASME-Y14.35 and ASME-Y14.34, MIL-STD-31000, IEEE, ANSI, and other related standards to prepare drawings
• Provides detailed coordination and development of engineering drawings IAW with MERC standard processes
• Performs check of engineering drawings including schematics, parts lists, and electrical interconnect listings
• Assists in the establishment of MERC drafting standards and PDM workflow and ensures compliance across the Center
• Assists other drafting personnel
• Approves engineering drawings for release
• Supports and executes other tasks as assigned by the responsible supervisor
• Ensures familiarity with all MERC core capabilities and with current and potential customer base
• During all customer contacts, remains alert for any potential problems or opportunities that could possibly lead to additional business for any MERC core capability area
• Report all perceived or identified MERC business opportunities to the Director of Acquisition Strategy through a Chief Engineer

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vacation/sick leave accrual
• Holiday pay

What This Job Offers

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