9 Apr 2014
Mechanical Design-Drafter (Drafter III)
The Cornell Laboratory for Accelerator-based Sciences and Education (CLASSE) has an immediate opening for a mechanical design-drafter (Drafter III) to contribute to the design and documentation of highly specialized equipment for particle accelerators. Generate sophisticated 3D parametric CAD solid models and working drawings of parts and assemblies by applying fundamental mechanical design principles and collaborating with accelerator physicists, engineers and technicians. Translate design concepts into 3D CAD models and detailed 2D engineering shop drawings; design and prepare complicated 2D mechanical assembly drawings and production detail drawings from existing 3D models as well as from hand drawn and computer sketches. Revise and review existing CAD models and drawings created by engineers as well as other CLASSE designers. Create and revise electrical schematics, control wiring diagrams, floor plans and related drawings. Generate a lab-wide drawing distribution of new and revised drawings by operating various graphic reproduction tools (engineering photo copier and several types of color/BW printers); re-file existing hard copies into a numerically organized drawing file system.
Requirements: Formal training beyond a HS Diploma of 1 to 2 years of college course work, or Associate's degree or equivalent; at least 2 years of relevant work experience. Formal 3D CAD training and/or experience. Must demonstrate superior aptitude with commercial CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD. Proven experience in creating detailed production drawings for fabrication in machine shops. Demonstrated understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and related precision machining practices. Ability to apply innovative techniques and reasoning to parametric solid modeling design projects. Candidates must work efficiently within tight schedules and have demonstrated the ability to successfully manage multiple, overlapping projects.
Preferred Experience: Create and develop baseline mechanical designs by applying basic understanding and application of fundamental mechanical design principles. Identify potential design flaws and offer solutions. Familiarity with Engineering Document Management Systems (like Autodesk Vault) and revision/version control. Sound working knowledge of business software and web-based productivity tools available with current technology.
Please apply online at www.ohr.cornell.edu/jobs (posting number 23641).
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