Mechanical CAD Designer II

Provide mechanical CAD design support to all PPPL projects (ITER, NSTX-U, LTX, FLARE and other PPPL project collaborations) within the PPPL CAD Group in the Engineering Department. This person will work with engineers, technicians, and physicists who will request mechanical drawings and 3D models.

A proud U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is a longstanding leader in the science and innovation behind the development of fusion energy — a clean, safe, and virtually limitless energy source. With an eye on the future and in response to national priorities, PPPL also has begun a strategic shift from a singular focus on fusion energy to a multi-focus approach that includes microelectronics, quantum information science, and sustainability science. Whether it be through science, engineering, technology or professional services, every team member has an opportunity to make their mark on our world. PPPL aims to attract and support people with a rich variety of backgrounds, interests, experiences, and cultural viewpoints. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility and believe that each member of our team contributes to our scientific mission in their own unique way. Come join us!

No sponsorship is available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Core Duties:

• 80% - Design, create, modify, and maintain parametric 3D models and 2D models utilizing CATIA and Enovia.

• 10% - Verify drawing compliance to standards for documentation release and at times field verification of existing conditions with field walk downs as required.

• 5% - Prepare Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and documentation for release.

• 5% - Generate design related presentation images for design reviews as needed.

• This position will have electronic document control - promotes for signature and store 3D designs.

Education and Experience:

• Associate technical degree with 3-5 years of experience in CAD drawing or equivalent.
• We will accept candidates with 5 or more years of CAD experience in lieu of a technical degree.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• CATIA Version 5 or Version 6.
• Enovia.
• This position requires extensive knowledge and skill associated with the technical CAD specialty.
• Self-motivation to completing assignments.
• This person will be given assignments that will work with another engineer or physicist.
• Assignments can range from one day to a few months.
• Keen attention to detail and follow through on assignments to completion.

Certificates and Licenses:

• CATIA training; ENOVIA training.

Working Conditions:

• This position will be on-site 5 days a week at PPPL Lab. Office environment.

No sponsorship is available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from participation in certain foreign government talent recruitment programs. All PPPL employees are required to disclose any participation in a foreign government talent recruitment program and may be required to withdraw from such programs to remain employed under the DOE Contract.

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