Job Summary:

The Engineering Document Custodian & CAD Designer – Contractor supports the engineering and operational functions with document revision, document control, document storage, parts list and bill of materials creation, reconciliation, and modification services.

Responsibilities:

• Creates engineering documents under the direction of engineering staff including but not limited to architectural drawings, wiring diagrams, wiring harness specifications, part models/drawings, assembly models/drawings based on existing designs, sketches, photos and markups.
• Executes document storage, document revision, document association, and part management strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Connects test plans, reports, concept drawings, models, and similar, and other documents with parts and assemblies within the Product Life Cycle (PLM) environment.
• Reviews for quality and facilitates reviews for technical accuracy/operational feasibility documents, BOMs, and parts lists as a member of a multi-functional engineering change management process.
• Process documentation changes including but not limited to: Updating title blocks, drawing notes, CAD documents (SolidWorks, Altium, AutoCAD, etc.), wiring harnesses, hardware, work instructions, manufacturing specifications etc. and captures data related to the eco process, i.e. reason for change, effectivity date, disposition of existing inventory etc. as directed.
• Reconciles Bills of Materials, Part Revision, and Document Revision status within company PLM and PDM systems.
• Aligns the workflow state, version, and revision of working files with master bill of materials data.
• Identifies inefficiencies within the PLM/PDM data management environment, part family definition, part documentation strategies and makes recommendations to improve accuracy, quality, and efficiency of documentation.
• Assists in the development and refinement of document control policies.
• Drafts, validates, and implements procedures to support document control, engineering change management, balancing practical needs, user experience/ease of use, and procedural rigor.
• Facilitates and promotes use of the engineering change process and documentation control tools within the engineering organization through coaching, training, and mentoring.
• Contributes to team growth by completing projects in a timely manner.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. 
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum of (5) years of experience in a documentation control/management role.
• Minimum of (5) years CAD experience as a designer or similar role with exposure to mechanical and/or electrical system components where work output required creating, modifying, and building parts, assemblies, and bills of materials for a system with complexity.
• Highly proficient in the use of a 3D CAD system and a 2D CAD System (SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD preferred). Candidates should demonstrate proficiency through examples or hold a recognized certification.
• Proficient in the use of Product Data Management (PDM) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools within the same environment.
• Effective communicator, capable of concisely presenting to internal teams.
• Familiar with the product design process.
• Self-motivated problem-solver who pays attention to details.
• Challenges the status quo and strives for continuous improvement.
• Abides by safety standards and protocols.

Key Competencies:

• Decision Making & Analysis: Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeks input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems.
• Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
• Takes Initiative: Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
• Assertiveness: Maintaining a position when you know you are right; standing up to others and expressing views without fear or for approval and without engaging in unnecessary aggression.
• Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Priorities Focused: Understands and actively supports the organization’s mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

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.

• Will be placed in a comfortable office environment for approximately 80% of the work time.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance, vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.
• May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints.
• Ability to work rotating shift schedule; may need to work overtime.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds/and or position the body to reach items on the floor/below knee level or reach overhead.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employee. Management reserves the right to add, remove, or otherwise alter these duties, responsibilities, and skills at any time.

AMERICAN ENERGY STORAGE INNOVATIONS, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.