North Wind Group
Designer Drafter Open – Mechanical Designer (NWS 00423)
North Wind Group, Livermore, California, United States, 94551
Designer Drafter Open – Mechanical Designer (NWS 00423)
Pay: $43.33 - $74.28 / hour Location: Livermore, California Employment type: Full-Time Job Description
North Wind Services is actively seeking individuals who can contribute to national security within the science, technology, and engineering fields as part of our supplemental labor team at vital federal research and development installations supporting the Department of Energy. NWS has an established history of contributing to the success of their customer's mission. Available employment opportunities may range from administrative and logistical support to advanced technical positions. Qualified applicants must be a US citizen, at least 18 years of age, and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy. Successful candidates will be employees of NWS, a premier government contractor charged with employing highly-motivated and well-qualified personnel who can advance the missions of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore, CA. Though employed by NWS, the employee will take day-to-day direction from technical personnel employed directly by the research laboratories. The Defense Technologies Engineering Division (DTED) of the Engineering Directorate has multiple openings for highly qualified Designer Drafter – Mechanical Designer in support of the Integrated Engineering and Design Group. This group supports the LLNL Weapon Complex and Integration (WCI) program including Weapon Technology Engineering (WTE), and other programs. Projects typically involve very sophisticated designs and require fast paced, highly skilled, and trained employees. Working under general direction, the successful candidates will work independently in applying innovative technical expertise to create original design solutions addressing diverse engineering projects and complex design problems. The successful candidates will support design solutions with documentation and calculations by preparing mechanical designs, mechanical drawing packages, schedules, and status reports. May use independent discretion to set priorities. Successful candidates will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and high-level technical personnel to independently formulate advanced technical solutions. Frequent decision-making is to be based on interpreting and analyzing complex data. This position may require the successful candidate to have the flexibility to work overtime, shifts, and/or weekends to accomplish goals. The successful candidate will be required to pass various on-site training modules to pursue work assignments. Essential Duties Perform development, concept, and completion of detailed designs of hardware and equipment, high-vacuum, precision manipulation, optomechanical sensor systems, sensor payloads, and other mechanical applications for a variety of mechanical instruments and apparatus. Apply advanced knowledge of 3D CAD modeling of design concepts using PTC Creo 3. Provide advanced conceptual designs and layouts; generate fabrication, assembly, and installation drawings; develop other documentation for all design. Present designs and participate in formal design reviews. Advise in the design, fabrication, and installation of hardware. Review and approve drawings for accuracy, completeness, form, fit, and function. Perform detailed interference and tolerance stack-up analyses to validate form, fit, function, and cost optimization of each design; understand and demonstrate competence with engineering formulas and calculations. Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities AS degree, or equivalent with applicable experience in the mechanical engineering field. Working knowledge of developing design concepts with a broad background in various project-related sub-disciplines. Experience within the scope of conception, design, fabrication, materials, and prototyping projects from start to finish. Demonstrated ability to analyze tolerance stack-ups. Advanced knowledge of 3D CAD modeling of design concepts using PTC Creo 3. Advanced knowledge of the standards, procedures, and techniques related to drafting including ASME Y14.5M Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standard. Experience working as a member of a project team with engineers, scientists, designers, high-level technicians, and coordinators. Ability to present concepts and ideas in a clear and coherent manner in both verbal and written form to peers and managers and to small and large groups as needed and required. Ability to independently solve problems and achieve results on schedule. Skills in Microsoft software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/engineering technology or equivalent combination of education and related experience. Applied experience with the Pro-E Mechanical/Creo Simulate performing engineering analysis (FEA, thermal calculations). Significant experience making independent, fundamental decisions regarding a variety of technical problems. Advanced knowledge in engineering analysis, design, fabrication, assembly techniques and materials, material properties, and manufacturing methods. Applied experience with PTC Windchill. Experience in reviewing and verifying the accuracy of work performed by peers and other engineering disciplines as needed. Special Requirements Pre-Placement Medical Exam:
A job-related pre-placement medical examination may be required. Pre-employment drug test:
External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Subcontractor. Anticipated Clearance Level:
Q (position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status. About the Company
North Wind is a small business leader in the environmental management, engineering, construction, scientific consulting, and information technology industries.
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Pay: $43.33 - $74.28 / hour Location: Livermore, California Employment type: Full-Time Job Description
North Wind Services is actively seeking individuals who can contribute to national security within the science, technology, and engineering fields as part of our supplemental labor team at vital federal research and development installations supporting the Department of Energy. NWS has an established history of contributing to the success of their customer's mission. Available employment opportunities may range from administrative and logistical support to advanced technical positions. Qualified applicants must be a US citizen, at least 18 years of age, and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy. Successful candidates will be employees of NWS, a premier government contractor charged with employing highly-motivated and well-qualified personnel who can advance the missions of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore, CA. Though employed by NWS, the employee will take day-to-day direction from technical personnel employed directly by the research laboratories. The Defense Technologies Engineering Division (DTED) of the Engineering Directorate has multiple openings for highly qualified Designer Drafter – Mechanical Designer in support of the Integrated Engineering and Design Group. This group supports the LLNL Weapon Complex and Integration (WCI) program including Weapon Technology Engineering (WTE), and other programs. Projects typically involve very sophisticated designs and require fast paced, highly skilled, and trained employees. Working under general direction, the successful candidates will work independently in applying innovative technical expertise to create original design solutions addressing diverse engineering projects and complex design problems. The successful candidates will support design solutions with documentation and calculations by preparing mechanical designs, mechanical drawing packages, schedules, and status reports. May use independent discretion to set priorities. Successful candidates will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and high-level technical personnel to independently formulate advanced technical solutions. Frequent decision-making is to be based on interpreting and analyzing complex data. This position may require the successful candidate to have the flexibility to work overtime, shifts, and/or weekends to accomplish goals. The successful candidate will be required to pass various on-site training modules to pursue work assignments. Essential Duties Perform development, concept, and completion of detailed designs of hardware and equipment, high-vacuum, precision manipulation, optomechanical sensor systems, sensor payloads, and other mechanical applications for a variety of mechanical instruments and apparatus. Apply advanced knowledge of 3D CAD modeling of design concepts using PTC Creo 3. Provide advanced conceptual designs and layouts; generate fabrication, assembly, and installation drawings; develop other documentation for all design. Present designs and participate in formal design reviews. Advise in the design, fabrication, and installation of hardware. Review and approve drawings for accuracy, completeness, form, fit, and function. Perform detailed interference and tolerance stack-up analyses to validate form, fit, function, and cost optimization of each design; understand and demonstrate competence with engineering formulas and calculations. Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities AS degree, or equivalent with applicable experience in the mechanical engineering field. Working knowledge of developing design concepts with a broad background in various project-related sub-disciplines. Experience within the scope of conception, design, fabrication, materials, and prototyping projects from start to finish. Demonstrated ability to analyze tolerance stack-ups. Advanced knowledge of 3D CAD modeling of design concepts using PTC Creo 3. Advanced knowledge of the standards, procedures, and techniques related to drafting including ASME Y14.5M Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standard. Experience working as a member of a project team with engineers, scientists, designers, high-level technicians, and coordinators. Ability to present concepts and ideas in a clear and coherent manner in both verbal and written form to peers and managers and to small and large groups as needed and required. Ability to independently solve problems and achieve results on schedule. Skills in Microsoft software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/engineering technology or equivalent combination of education and related experience. Applied experience with the Pro-E Mechanical/Creo Simulate performing engineering analysis (FEA, thermal calculations). Significant experience making independent, fundamental decisions regarding a variety of technical problems. Advanced knowledge in engineering analysis, design, fabrication, assembly techniques and materials, material properties, and manufacturing methods. Applied experience with PTC Windchill. Experience in reviewing and verifying the accuracy of work performed by peers and other engineering disciplines as needed. Special Requirements Pre-Placement Medical Exam:
A job-related pre-placement medical examination may be required. Pre-employment drug test:
External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Subcontractor. Anticipated Clearance Level:
Q (position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status. About the Company
North Wind is a small business leader in the environmental management, engineering, construction, scientific consulting, and information technology industries.
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