Mechanical CAD Designer

$60,320 - $60,320/Yr

eTeam Inc - Orlando, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Orlando, FL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Mechanical CAD Designer position in Orlando, FL, is a contract role that offers a pay rate of up to $29 per hour. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a CAD Designer, specifically in the design, support, and installation of dynamic mechanical, structural, pneumatic, and hydraulic integrated systems. The role requires a strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and proficiency in AutoCAD, along with formal training and certification in the software. Experience with Inventor is also necessary, as the designer will be responsible for developing individual parts, weldments, and assemblies. In this role, the Mechanical CAD Designer will provide technical support throughout the completion of Ride & Show design projects, collaborating closely with various departments and divisions within the organization. The designer will be expected to adhere to pre-established guidelines and UO Engineering Drawing Standards while creating detailed drawings, including weldment, assembly, and installation drawings, as required to complete projects. The position requires minimal supervision, and the designer may be involved in redesigning mechanical and structural elements for rides and shows to enhance guest comfort, reliability, and quality. The Mechanical Designer will also act as a liaison for the fabrication and installation of projects, ensuring that all designs comply with industry standards for fabrication and machining practices, including ASME, ASTM, ANSI, AWS, and JIC. Responsibilities include assisting engineers with observations, field measurements, design, and testing, as well as providing vendor interfacing and resolving production problems with UO vendors. The designer will plan and lay out project tasks to increase productivity and effectiveness, provide design review support for accuracy and cost-effectiveness, and assist Technical Services Central Shops and field technicians with drawing clarifications as necessary. Additionally, the designer will review drawings for accuracy, conformity, fit, tolerance, and adherence to applicable standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support through completion of Ride & Show design projects.
• Works closely and effectively with other UO departments/divisions.
• Creates detail, weldment, assembly, and installation drawings as required.
• Completes design modifications for mechanical and structural systems at the Rides and Attractions.
• Ensures all designs comply with industry standards for fabrication and machining practices.
• Assists engineers with observations, field measurements, design, and testing.
• Provides vendor interfacing and resolves production problems with UO vendors.
• Plans and lays out project tasks for increased productivity and effectiveness.
• Provides design review support to engineers and designers for accuracy and cost-effectiveness.
• Acts as liaison for fabrication and installation of projects.
• Reviews drawings for accuracy, conformity, fit, tolerance, and adherence to applicable standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years experience as a CAD Designer.
• AutoCAD certification and formal training required.
• Experience with Inventor.
• Highly knowledgeable on the development of individual parts, weldments, and assemblies.
• Clear understanding of GD&T is necessary.