CAD Operator
full-time•West Deptford Township
About this role
NDI Engineering Company is seeking a detail-oriented Creo CAD Engineer/Drafter to join our team to support hydraulic component replacement of the Recovery Assist, Securing and Traversing (RAST) System. This position will be based out of the NDI office in Thorofare, NJ, with some site work to be performed at NAWCAD (Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division) located in Lakehurst, NJ.
The ideal candidate will have experience in hydraulics and piping systems, have utilized hydraulic schematics and P&IDs, have an understanding of pumps and motors, and have experience in the use of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. This role offers a unique opportunity to support critical defense programs while advancing your career in engineering design.
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Requirements:
NDI Engineering Company is a privately-held small business consulting firm. NDI provides engineering and technical services to Government clients chartered with responsibility for the defense of our country. NDI offerings include naval architecture, marine, civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering and design services. NDI has an ISO 9001:20015 Certified Quality System and was a prior recipient of the U.S. Small Business Administration Region II, Prime Contractor of the Year Award. NDI's corporate office is located in Thorofare, NJ with additional offices at the Naval Business Center, Philadelphia, PA, and Virginia Beach, VA.
NDI Engineering Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual
The ideal candidate will have experience in hydraulics and piping systems, have utilized hydraulic schematics and P&IDs, have an understanding of pumps and motors, and have experience in the use of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. This role offers a unique opportunity to support critical defense programs while advancing your career in engineering design.
Responsibilities:
- Work as part of a project team and interface with managers, design engineers, U.S. Navy civilian engineers, and equipment manufacturers.
- Work in CAD software to determine acceptance of replacement component, design updated mounting brackets, and update connecting tube assembly layout. 3D models and 2D drawings required for all replacement components (CREO Parametric Version 8.0).
- Work with project team for System Level Testing of all components, which is to install all replacement components, per updated drawings, into RAST System mock-up, to confirm form, fit and function of components.
- Develop, maintain, and update Creo templates and format files to ensure consistency and compliance with organizational and customer standards
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project teams to understand requirements and deliver accurate technical documentation
Requirements:
- Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in drafting, CAD design, or related technical illustration role
- Proficiency creating and maintaining solid models/drawings in Creo
- Experience with engineering drawing standards
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Effective communication skills with ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Familiarity with military standards and specification is a plus
- Background in mechanical or systems design is a plus
NDI Engineering Company is a privately-held small business consulting firm. NDI provides engineering and technical services to Government clients chartered with responsibility for the defense of our country. NDI offerings include naval architecture, marine, civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering and design services. NDI has an ISO 9001:20015 Certified Quality System and was a prior recipient of the U.S. Small Business Administration Region II, Prime Contractor of the Year Award. NDI's corporate office is located in Thorofare, NJ with additional offices at the Naval Business Center, Philadelphia, PA, and Virginia Beach, VA.
NDI Engineering Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual
What you'll do
- The CAD Operator will work as part of a project team to design updated components and ensure their acceptance through CAD software. Responsibilities include developing 3D models and 2D drawings, as well as collaborating with engineers for system-level testing.
About NDI Engineering
NDI ENGINEERING COMPANY provides professional engineering and technical services to government clients chartered with responsibility for the maintenance of our infrastructure, the protection of our environment, and the defense of our country.
NDI offers naval architecture/ marine/civil/structural/mechanical/electrical engineering and design services under the organizational groups of Naval/Marine Engineering and Infrastructure Engineering. NDI was founded in 1966 and evolved into its current corporate form in 1983. Presently the company is comprised of approximately 200 professional and technical personnel.
NDI is a small business concern and prior recipient of the U.S. Small Business Administration Region II, Prime Contractor of the Year Award.
NDI's headquarters office Quality Management System is registered to ISO 9001:2015 by the internationally recognized third party registrar, HSB Registration Services.
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