Drafter 2 - Reading, United Kingdom - Legrand North America

Legrand North America

Verified Company

Reading, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Position Description:

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Darfter II to join the Starline Team in Reading, UK.

The Drafter II is responsible for creating mechanical and electrical drawings of low and medium complexity using 3D CAD system and associated BOM via ERP system.

Drawing work supports Application Engineering, Marketing and Sales. Works closely with Application Engineering Team members to provide customized solutions and products to high profile customers.

Main Job Duties:

Create dimensioned drawings and 3D models based on input from engineers and customer.
Perform low and medium complexity design work on components as directed including 3D library components and assemblies.
Create parts lists for new products.
Create catalog pages, illustrations and animations; support work within ERP system.
Perform a variety of tasks related to new design and project work, included but not limited to Purchasing support, Quality, Production assistance on new designs and customer communication.
Organize the creation of demonstration units; work with Production to build prototypes of new designs.
Assist production personnel related to product assembly, testing, and methods.
Engineering drafting support to develop custom solutions for customers, conceptual drawings, and other project work.
Provides 2D overlay assembly system drawings for contractors, and end users.
Maintains public cad and BIM library.
Ability to work Independently with mínimal supervision
Will require interaction with existing or potential customers.
Assist with drawing and other support collateral for listing projects with VDE, UL, CSA, Intertek (ETL), etc.
Participate in customer meetings, presentations, site visits and sales events
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up 10% of time.

Qualifications:

Education:

Twoyear technical degree, Associates in Mechanical or Electrical Drafting preferred or equivalent experience
A minimum of 2 years of drafting experience.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD Inventor or similar CAD system.
Previous experience with UEC products is preferred.
Autodesk certification preferred.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

Ability to create 2D/3D models and assemblies in a CAD environment, Autodesk mechanical preferred.
Mechanical aptitude: ability to work with those who build, assemble and other Production functions.
General electrical knowledge is a plus including the ability to perform low and medium complexity wiring diagrams.
Revit/BIM modeling experience preferred

Personal Qualities/Behaviors:

The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where, under certain areas, the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and mandatory hearing protection are required.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
Able to lift and carry up to 25lbs

Note:
The above Job Description is representative of the responsibilities and qualifications necessary to be successful in this role. It does not encompass every job duty or responsibility; other tasks may be assigned as necessary.

Further the job description does not alter the at-will nature of employment with Legrand and does not create a contract of employment.

Company Info:

About Legrand

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting.

We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers' needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries.

LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.

LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit

About Legrand's Data Center Power and Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand's Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures.

Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development.

Equal Opportunity Employer