Manufacturing Designer (Inventor)

Western Partitions, Inc. (WPI) is one of the largest and most reputable interior and exterior contracting firms in the US, specializing in drywall, prefabrication, metal studs, acoustical systems, wall panels, fireproofing, firestopping, stucco, claddings, painting, windows, doors/frames/hardware, and more. Headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, WPI serves the Western U.S. including Oregon, Washington, California, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Montana, Hawaii, and Alaska, with additional offices in Eugene, Seattle, Reno, Las Vegas, Albuquerque, Salt Lake City, Boise, Phoenix, and Spokane.

About the role

The Manufacturing Designer's objective is to produce accurate models or drawings based on WPI's area of work. The Designer reports directly to the BIM Manager and will work most assignments and projects with minimal assistance.

Responsibilities

• Create models and drawings of manufacturing components using Autodesk Inventor.
• Process and create parts lists or bill of materials for various assembly levels.
• Resolve design, manufacturing, supplier, and field issues through structured modeling and drafting methods.
• Communicate and collaborate to ensure an efficient transition from R&D programmatic design to production.
• Contribute to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for technical documentation processes, focusing on continual improvement of department performance.
• Prepare layouts for design collaboration, construction, lifting, transportation, assembly, and installation.
• Manage efficient saving, naming, and CAD model vault interface.
• BIM Content Development for projects.
• Create models related to WPI work using Architect, Structural, and MEP backgrounds.
• Develop models to illustrate contractor questions and solutions.
• Distribute new and revised models showing changes and RFI answers.
• Perform 2D detailing for shop drawings, including heavy steel, sheet metal, and plastic parts.
• Understand and comply with all WPI policies, procedures, and corporate safety programs.
• Take direction from WPI construction and engineering teams and translate it into models or drawings.
• Ensure construction document accuracy based on other trades or designs such as architectural, structural, and MEP models.
• Produce various documents or drawings to support the project and field team.
• Identify conflicts, incomplete, or ambiguous design information.
• Create new library components.

Requirements

• High school diploma and/or GED.
• Completion of a degree or certificate in CAD technology or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of employment with a design or construction firm.
• Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
• Effective written and verbal English language communication skills.
• Ability to use independent judgement, problem-solving, self-starting, and prioritization based on relevant factors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment, multitask, think critically, and problem-solve.
• Two years' work experience with Autodesk Inventor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of BIM/VDC Technology & Other Software: Revit, Navisworks (Manage), Bluebeam, Solidworks, Procore, BOX, Dropbox, Sharepoint, Plangrid, Autodesk Forma.
• General understanding of interoperability between software used to accomplish discipline tasks.
• Familiarity with data center or industrial construction.
• Mechanical, Electrical, or Piping modeling.
• Knowledge of ASME Y14 drafting standards.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Incentive bonus plan.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option.
• Life insurance, accidental death, and disability benefits.
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays.