Senior drafter job description

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Prepares clear, complete and accurate product and/or part drawings from rough or detailed sketches, customer order specifications or notes by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Must be capable of reading customer architectural and mechanical plans.

Uses computer aided drafting (CAD) software to create drawings for customer and manufacturing processes. Drawings are based on designs and sketches provided by engineers or more experienced staff.

Must be capable of reading and understanding customer requirements in the form of quotations and specifications and applying applicable Ruskin (CAD) details.

Must have working knowledge of drafting fundamentals including orthographic views, standard dimensioning practices, scaling plus English and metric units of measure.

Creates drawings involving checking dimensions of parts, documenting materials to be used, verifying form, fit and function of parts in assemblies.

Follows direction and is capable of learning Ruskin drafting standards.

Has a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, machines and various building materials.

Must be capable of mentoring others.

Must be capable of verifying the work of others.

Must be capable of developing and documenting drafting standards with an understanding of efficiency and financial impact.

Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or ten to twenty years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with AutoCad dynamic blocks a plus but not required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Required knowledge / experience in MS Office and email using MS Windows platform; AutoCad (applicable release), Inventor or other solid modeling software.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Attendance is an essential job requirement defined as having regular, consistent, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance including the ability to work regular hours and shifts, overtime before and after shifts and on weekends. Ability to work as part of a team, including all related departments/plants or independently as required to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Occasional travel required (less than 10%).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: USA OH WP AFB - Wright-Patterson AFB (OHC001)

Full Part/Time: Full time

Job Req: RQ131686

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

Job Family:

Drafting

Job Description:

Team provides cross functional support to the National Air and Space Intelligence Center. This diverse team includes providing services in network hardware support, physical and virtual servers, help desk support, systems administration, IT infrastructure installation and maintenance, and storage and backup administration support.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

* Document network, systems, storage, and other networked equipment while meeting NASIC, NSA, AF, and other applicable government standards. The network diagrams shall be created and maintained with government approved. CAD. Network topology diagram shall include network segments, port assignment, WAN configuration, VLAN, patch panel, etc.), routers, switches, firewalls connecting the various segments, servers, gateways, and other major pieces of networking hardware.
* Verify documentation is accurate with network engineers internal and external to NASIC.
* Coordinate with NASIC LG & SC to capture power, cooling, etc. that pertains to the system. Rack elevations shall identify power consumption and power capacity.

OPERATING HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:This is a full time position, with standard operating hours Monday - Friday, unless otherwise discussed with management.

TRAVEL:Position does not require travel.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

* Have recent and relevant expertise (a minimum seven years' experience in CAD design) in network documentation and shall have experience with MS Visio and DWG TrueView.
* Have designed, documented, and created network documentation that includes network diagrams, rack elevations, flow diagrams, etc. using CAD software.
* Have an understanding of networks, storage, and data flows.

EDUCATION:BS and 5+ Years experience.

CERTIFICATION(S):

* Possess active IAT Level II (Security+, or equivalent) Certification

#GDITPRIORITY

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA OH Wright-Patterson AFB

Additional Work Locations:

COVID-19 Vaccination: GDIT does not have a vaccination mandate applicable to all employees. To protect the health and safety of its employees and to comply with customer requirements, however, GDIT may require employees in certain positions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site requirements.

We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Why Choose KDM?

KDM Engineering was founded in 2012 on a promise to alter the face of the engineering field. Today, we're a growing, award-winning, minority- and woman-owned engineering firm that welcomes the perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our diverse team members.

We have built a reputation of excellence over the last 10 years by providing outstanding technical experience and maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality assurance for both public and private sector clients. We have earned the designation of Engineer of Choice (EOC) from several utility companies, and we are continuously recognized for our work and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Our talented group of individuals helps us deliver results in our specialty areas of power and energy engineering design, distribution engineering, substation engineering, civil engineering, fiber engineering, utility coordination, AutoCAD/drafting, program/project management, and permitting.

What We Value in Our Employees:

Our diversity is what distinguishes us from any other company in the industry. Our employees come from a wide array of backgrounds, beliefs, and life experiences. These differences are the foundation of our uniformity because that which sets us apart is also what brings us together.

We value our employees' commitment to quality in their work and customer service as they help us deliver the outstanding project results that our clients have come to expect from us.

Our employees share our core values of safety, quality, integrity, teamwork, and dedication, and they believe in the positive impact our work has on the communities we serve.

What Our Employees Value in KDM:

Having an exceptional office culture is no longer an option, but a necessity. As part of our company culture, employees enjoy a flexible, relaxed work environment where they are recognized for their performance, rewarded for their hard work, and supported in their professional endeavors.

At KDM, we emphasize personal growth, and we've created an environment where each employee is empowered to create their own path to success, with the company's full support.

Thank you for choosing KDM and helping us re-engineer the future of engineering, together!

Job Summary:

KDM Engineering is seeking a self-motivated drafter who will prepare clear, complete and accurate detailed drawings using AutoCAD from field sketches, original drawings or satellite images, mark-ups, existing as-builts, site maps, photos, and field notes. A drafter will be designing drawings using AutoCAD applying engineering standards and specifications. It is expected that the drafter will complete drawing packages in a timely manner using personal knowledge and exercising discretion and judgement to maintain a high level of quality, accuracy, and professionalism, and acute attention to detail.

Job Requirements

* 10 years experience
* Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS) and Certification in AutoCAD or the equivalent education or experience.
* Design knowledge of electrical utility and engineering is a plus
* Ability to communicate effectively and clearly, both verbally and in written form
* Comfortable in a self-directed environment
* Detail oriented, organized, able to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines
* Be a self-starter, ability to perform duties with limited supervision and be a cooperative team player.
* Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities

Primary responsibilities

* Analyze client requests/engineering sketches
* Understand the use of Adobe Acrobat (pdf files), digital photographs (jpeg files), google earth, Microsoft Office products and internet search engines
* Scale engineering drawings using AutoCAD
* Calculating lay outs of right-of-way and/or street dimensions and angles
* Creating preliminary and/or final sketch of proposed drawings
* Modifying drawings based on engineer designs
* Creating as-build drawings upon completion of project
* Performing miscellaneous job-related duties as necessary

Additional Requirements:

* Must be willing to comply with all pre-employment screening, including but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification, education and employment verification, and background screening
* Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
* Possess a valid Driver's License

Top Reasons to Work for Us:

* Competitive Base Salary
* Comprehensive Benefits Package
* Company Paid Holidays
* Great Work-Life Balance
* Fun and Flexible Work Environment
* Organization with People-First Mentality
* Dynamic Leadership Team

Full List of Benefits & Perks:

* Positive team environment
* Competitive salaries
* Flexible schedules
* Growth opportunities
* Health, dental, and vision insurance
* 401(k) with company match
* Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances
* Paid time-off
* Paid holidays
* Volunteer leave
* Year-end performance bonuses
* HRA and HSA
* Transit program
* Gym reimbursement
* Career coach on-staff
* Parental and maternity leave
* Supportive management
* Culture engagement group
* Professional development assistance
* Employee discounts
* Employee Assistance Program
* Quarterly team-building outings
* Laidback office culture, including pool table, arcade games, and happy hour
* Meditation space, nap room, and nursing mothers' room

Training:

KDM Engineering provides its new employees with a one-of-a-kind, client-recognized training and mentorship program. We give our new recruits the opportunity to become effective and knowledgeable engineers at a much faster pace than our competitors. New recruits will be exposed to multiple departments and projects through our hands-on learning approach.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

KDM Engineering strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

About KDM Engineering:

KDM Engineering is a minority- and woman-owned professional engineering firm focusing on power delivery, gas distribution, and telecommunications designs. Established in 2012, KDM is headquartered in Chicago with branch offices on the East Coast.

KDM specializes in power and energy engineering design, distribution engineering, substation engineering, civil engineering, fiber engineering, utility coordination, AutoCAD/drafting, program/project management, and permitting. Following our core values of safety, quality, integrity, teamwork, and dedication, we've built a proven track record of success in responding to our clients' needs, budgets, and schedules. We are nationally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE).

Our talented, diverse team brings an abundance of design and project management experience to their projects. We will continue to prove that when organizations are committed to diversity and inclusion, they are more successful because they bring together different backgrounds, experiences, and ways of thinking, offering unique and varied perspectives when solving problems.

At KDM we take pride in our professionalism, and there's no denying we have a distinct edge over our competition in providing outstanding technical expertise, resulting in consistent recognition by our clients as a top engineering firm.