Design Drafter

Develop technical communications: datasheets, interface control documents, test plans, etc. Design, model, and test product prototypes. Maintain and improve existing products. Integrate best practices from each functional team to deliver a high quality, best-in-class design. Apply knowledge of industry and certification standards to ensure proper product compliance (UL, NEC, CSA, NEMA, IEEE, CANENA). Represent the product line as a technical consultant. Design technology upgrades and cost reduction opportunities to keep the product line in a competitive position. Communication of new designs and products with the product line and monitoring of standards. Provide guidance to manufacturing engineers during development of products and during upgrade of existing products. Provide directions to production employees on technical issues. Maintain drawings, product structure, and design standards. Work with manufacturing disciplines to design processes as well as products which meet market and customer needs. Associate's Degree in Engineering or Drafting from an accredited institution. Minimum of 3 years of experience in design and manufacturing processes. No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Hodges facility (50 mile radius) will be considered for this position. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation. Minimum of 2 years of experience with Product Life-cycle management systems and their structure. Minimum of 2 years of experience with 3D CAD tools (inventor). Knowledge of Drafting standards (ASME Y14 Series). Knowledge Design for Six Sigma. Validation testing experience. Familiarity with simulation analysis. Prior experience in engineering. Fabrication methods for sheet metal, plastic, copper, and aluminum. UL 857, IEEE C37.23, UL 98, UL 489 knowledge Working knowledge of regulatory standards for the US that cover low voltage distribution equipment.