R&D Designer

State is looking to hire a Senior Research and Development Draftsperson. Apply today if you are a qualified applicant.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting directly to the Research and Development Manager. The Senior R&D Draftsperson will ensure to meet submittal dates in a timely manner. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Research, design, and develop new products and/or systems by using 2D & 3D software (AutoCAD, Inventor, 3Ds Max);
• Create die drawings and machine drawings for new systems/changes;
• Create assembly and installation instructions for windows and railings to be used on job sites;
• Create 2D drawings and 3D models to create libraries for other drafting teams;
• Engaged in all steps from concept design to installation of a product;
• Frequent visits to back shop to review production and implementation of new parts;
• Produce and provide specific files to operator that are required to run CNC machine;
• Organize and keep up to date with all existing and new drawings/documents into company server for ease of access for all departments, as well as physical folders in storage (Machine Drawings / BO / Component’s lists / Details);
• Update Windows/Railing Basic Details Library and General Details to keep Engineering Departments up to date;
• Prepare prototypes through new product realization (NPR) and change request (CR) as required to inform all stakeholders involved in the project with any changes in window and railing systems;
• 3D printing of different components using 3D Printers;
• Review and check samples from suppliers to develop custom shapes of components for windows and railing systems;
• Provide detailed images and descriptions by taking photos of the assembly and installation process to use for training and guidelines for manufacturing;
• Procurement, follow up, quality check, and store all samples required prior to actual production;
• Organize and store products for archiving;
• Conduct meetings to discuss/educate individuals on new systems and/or changes;
• Assist all staff and workers for any query related to window/railing systems;
• Work closely with software developer to add and update new components and deductions;
• Attend training/conventions to improve current systems or implement new technology or software; 
  
• Attend testing at lab for new product evaluations;
• Record, store, and organize all data as evidence for SR&ED; and
• Any other tasks assigned by the R&D Manager.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Architectural Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management;
• Minimum 5 years or drafting experience required;
• Knowledgeable in the construction/manufacturing industry and the products/systems;
• Proficient in AutoCAD (2D and 3D), Inventor, and 3DsMax;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook;
• Ability to design or complete fabrication drawings;
• Detail oriented with the ability to read blueprints;
• Ability to act as a mentor to Junior R&D Drafters;
• Ability to work on many projects that are large and complex; and
• Ability to work independently without supervision.