Product Design Technician

Job Description Creates preliminary product designs & costing information. Maintains fenestration systems through appropriate documentation. Provides information to other departments, vendors & customers. Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for preliminary design of new fenestration products. Modifies existing fenestration products. Utilizes CAD Software to create & maintain various mechanical drawings. Utilizes CAD Software to create & maintain various 3D drawing models. Utilizes CAD Software to create & maintain various 3D drawing renderings. Utilizes CAD Software to review & revise various mechanical drawings. Releases approved drawings for internal VEKA usage. Creates & maintains cutting formulas. Creates & maintains bills of materials. Maintains master profile chart. Coordinates & creates 3D printed samples & prototypes. Develops & maintains preliminary product costings Maintains system fabrication manuals. Interfaces with vendors & customers when appropriate. Forwards drawings to vendors & customers. Maintains product weight chart. Provides interdepartmental support. Assists on projects with vendors & customers. Provides direction to and mentors CAD Operators. Responsible for file maintenance. All other duties as assigned. Skills: Working knowledge of fenestration, fabrication & fabrication tooling Proficient in the use of AutoCAD, Excel & Word software. Keeps current with the latest CAD Software & Design tools Good verbal and written communication skills Good documentation skills Ability to work in cross functional environment Ability to handle multiple priorities, results driven and self-motivated Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills Ability to think creatively about solutions and improvements with a logical and methodical mindset Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment Flexibility in job responsibilities and assignments Team oriented with excellent interpersonal skills Ability to handle multiple priorities through excellent time management and organizational skills. Accountability, assertiveness, dependability, and responsiveness are essential. Ability to interact effectively at multiple levels in support of customer and vendor relationships. Education: Associate’s Degree in CAD Drafting or Mechanical Engineering