AutoCAD Designer/Drafter

Job description

Job Description / Specific Job Duties

thyssenkrupp has 150,000 employees in over 80 countries working with passion and expertise to develop solutions for sustainable progress. Their skills and commitment are the basis of our success. In fiscal year 2011/2012 thyssenkrupp generated sales of €40 billion. thyssenkrupp Elevator Americas is the largest producer of elevators in the Americas, with more than 15,500 employees and more than 230 branch and service locations. thyssenkrupp Elevator Americas oversees all business for the operations in the United States, Canada, Central and South America.

thyssenkrupp Elevator Americas is currently seeking a Designer to join our world class team in Middleton, TN.

Prepare solid models, 3D layouts, 2D components, and assembly drawings of sectional elevator products using advanced computer aided design tools.

Essential Duties and Requirements:

·  Prepares solid models
·  Generation of 3-D models and 2-D components, and assembly drawings of sectional elevator products using advanced computer aided design tools.
·  Ensure product designs are cost effective and meet customer requirements and performance objectives through specification review and the practical application of engineering principles, design procedures and industry standards
·  Perform customer order design and product cost reductions
·  Support of manufacturing processes as required, become familiar with Lean design and manufacturing principles
·  Resolve elevator performance issues
·  Interface with other departments and become familiar with the customer's needs

Job Requirements

Job Requirements:

·  2-3 years college level technical training in mechanical engineering technology (or equivalent)
·  Experience with Solid Works and AutoCAD software
·  Basic computer knowledge required with specific training/experience in computer aided drafting
·  Experienced with manufacturing methods of heavy mechanical components – castings and weldments.
·  Good communication skills.
·  Thorough knowledge of engineering & manufacturing systems

thyssenkrupp Elevator Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to contact us directly.