Design Drafter - CAD

JMA is restoring U.S. leadership in wireless technology at a critical time in the transition to 5G. It makes the world’s most advanced software-based 5G platform, designed, coded, and manufactured in Syracuse, NY at the only U.S.-owned 5G factory in the country.

Across its global tech centers, JMA makes 5G possible for organizations with the most critical connectivity demands in the world. JMA’s technology is ushering in a new era of connectivity for leading mobile carriers, the most iconic stadiums, major universities, leading healthcare centers, the busiest transit centers, and the U.S. Military.

5G is more than another G on your phone — it is a generational opportunity to change the way the world operates. Join the industry’s fastest growing technology company to shape that future today. 

The Designer Drafter - CAD will report to the Engineering Systems Manager and work onsite in Liverpool, NY.

• Create parts, assemblies, and drawings in SolidWorks, and other documentation types in MS Office
• Execute model, drawing, and documentation changes per approved ECRs
• Convert engineering files into usable formats for production (.pdf, .dxf, .stp, etc)
• Create Items and assign part numbers in Propel PLM
• Attach controlled documents to Items in Propel PLM
• Enter Bills of Materials and publish ECOs in Propel PL
• Manage configuration of Solidworks, Draftsight, PDM, MasterCAM, and TruTops
• Manage PDM task servers
• Make recommendations to IT related to client workstation requirements
• Execute system upgrades in relevant tools
• Manage relationships with software providers and order/renew licenses
• Implement enhancements to custom properties, variables, datacards, workflows, etc in PDM
• Develop and implement Solidworks VBA Macros
• Develop and implement PDM Add-ins and Tasks
• Enhance integrations between relevant systems
• Audit engineering data for completeness and accuracy
• Audit engineering drawings for accuracy and compliance to standards
• Maintain uptime and improve efficiency of CAD, PDM, and CAM systems
• Create clear part and assembly drawings and CAD models compliant to JMA Drafting Standards and modeling best practices
• Update CAD models and drawings based on approved ECRs
• Work with Mechanical Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, and Designer Drafters to support development projects
• Create and maintain CAD and PDM data accurately per JMA procedures
• Release Items into PLM system accurately and on-time per JMA Release Process
• Comply with ISO Standards

• A bachelor’s degree in a related area and 2+ years of experience, or an associate’s degree in a related area and 4+ years of experience, or 6+ years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Experience with use and administration of Solidworks and PDM Pro software required
• Some familiarity with Add-in development or VBA coding required
• Experience with Microsoft Office required
• Have a bias towards learning and bias for action
• Be creative and possess exceptional organizational, interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
• Experience with configuration management or document control preferred
• Expert in Solidworks 3D CAD software
• Expert in SolidWorks PDM Pro use and administration
• Familiarity with PLM software, Propel preferred
• Familiarity with 2D CAD software, Draftsight preferred
• Familiarity with CAM software, MasterCAM and TruTops preferred
• Familiarity with ERP software, SAP preferred

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At JMA, our people are deeply committed to their work and we provide benefits to match. When you join JMA you have immediate access to everything you need. Whether you're looking for employee discounts, financial, legal and/or childcare resources and support, we have you covered. We believe in providing comprehensive health and wellness coverage along with monetary rewards towards health goals, in addition to numerous company-provided personal protection benefits at no additional cost to you.

At JMA, we don’t just accept differences — we embrace them. JMA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.