Solidworks Designer - Entry Level

Job DescriptionJob Description

Associate Designer

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to provide the design, detailing and Bill of Materials for fabrication drawing packages. This position is called upon to take the sales orders, building attributes and engineering calculations to formulate the drafting & design of the submittal/installation drawings as well as the fabrication part drawings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Responsible for preparing installation instructions, finalizing project specific designs, detail drafting and preparation of bills of materials
2. Drawings are created using SolidWorks software
3. Responsible for reviewing engineering calculations and supporting documentation to ensure the final design meets the customers requirements
4. Interface with Project Engineers, Designers and Manufacturing for collaboration on final product design
5. Apply all engineering specifications and procedures that are to be used on all Porter Corp projects
6. Utilize the customer requirements, engineering calculation, and engineered drawings to provide correct and accurate fabrication drawings and installation instructions
7. Create accurate Bill of Materials for manufacturing
8. Apply all drafting, design and CAD procedures as required to develop the project drawings
9. Provide help to other Designers as required to get a project completed in a timely manner
10. Provide installation drawings as well as the part fabrication drawings on schedule as dictated by customer requirements
11. Perform other related duties, as required

Education and/or Experience

• An Associates degree or engineering technology degree
• 1-2 years of SolidWorks

Travel

This position requires minimal to no travel

Computer Skills

• This position requires proficiency in SolidWorks solid modeling using both Part/Assembly and Weldment modeling methods
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access

Other Requirements

1. Knowledge in detailing procedures
2. Capable of working in a fast-paced production environment
3. Highly self-motivated to take action and keep projects moving forward

Other Skills

This position interacts with Order processing, Inside Sales, Suppliers, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and Purchasing in order to meet customer requirements.

PlayCore is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , or protected veteran status.

Company DescriptionPorter Corp, founded in 1964 as W. H. Porter, is a company focused on innovative architectural structures. Starting as one of the first producers of SIPS (structural insulated panels), the company developed the brand PorterSIPs to manufacture high performance building systems that combine structure and insulation into one large rigid panel. Years later, to help expand the PorterSIPs construction, Porter Corp developed the first tubular bolt-together steel frame with concealed bolts. This product, marketed as Poligon, is now the leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of shade coverings for applications in steel, fabric, and wood.

In 2016, Porter Corp expanded even further when it was purchased by Playcore, a Chattanooga, TN based company. Together we focus on ‘Delighting the Customer’ with a continued excellence in service and product.

PlayCore helps build stronger communities around the world by advancing play and recreation through research, programs, and partnerships. We infuse this learning into our complete family of brands.

We combine best in class planning and education programs with the most comprehensive array of recreation products available to create solutions that match the unique needs of each community we serve. To learn more, log on to www.playcore.comCompany DescriptionPorter Corp, founded in 1964 as W. H. Porter, is a company focused on innovative architectural structures. Starting as one of the first producers of SIPS (structural insulated panels), the company developed the brand PorterSIPs to manufacture high performance building systems that combine structure and insulation into one large rigid panel. Years later, to help expand the PorterSIPs construction, Porter Corp developed the first tubular bolt-together steel frame with concealed bolts. This product, marketed as Poligon, is now the leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of shade coverings for applications in steel, fabric, and wood.\r\n\r\nIn 2016, Porter Corp expanded even further when it was purchased by Playcore, a Chattanooga, TN based company. Together we focus on ‘Delighting the Customer’ with a continued excellence in service and product.\r\n\r\nPlayCore helps build stronger communities around the world by advancing play and recreation through research, programs, and partnerships. We infuse this learning into our complete family of brands.\r\n\r\nWe combine best in class planning and education programs with the most comprehensive array of recreation products available to create solutions that match the unique needs of each community we serve. To learn more, log on to www.playcore.com