Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Conceptualizes, designs, prepares and checks; CAD models, assemblies, drawings, change orders, bill of materials, renderings, and animations. Collaborates with design, prototyping, testing and production partners to develop and translate designs into prototyped, tested and manufactured product. Complies with quality system, document management and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Associate of Applied Science Degree in a computer-aided design / drafting or mechanical engineering technology field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Four years of related experience.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Create 3D models and drawings compliant with the ASME Y14.5M standard and applicable quality system, document management and regulatory requirements
2. Create 3D renderings and animations to effectively communicate product function, features and benefits to collaboration partners
3. Effectively collaborate with design, prototyping, testing and production partners to develop and translate designs into prototyped, tested and manufactured product
4. Prepare accurate, correct and complete models, drawings, bill of materials and other product requirement documents to fully and clearly define products
5. Review models, drawings, bill of materials and other product requirement documents created by others to ensure products are fully and clearly defined and compliant with requirements
6. Assist in facilitating prototyping, testing and production activities of products designed
7. May mentor or supervise junior level staff.

Problem Solving

- Mechanically inclined and detail oriented
- Very proficient with 3D CAD software to create models, drawings, renderings and animations
- Skilled at interpreting technical documents, regulations and specifications
- Work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines
- Proficient with word processing and spreadsheet software
- Proficient with personal time management
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Experience with SolidWorks preferred

Comments

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. 

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.