Cad Drafting Assistant Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

The Opportunity:

At Elemental Brands, our success starts with our people. Every day, our engineers, innovators, creators, and problem-solvers work together to develop and deliver innovative LED lighting solutions through Diode LED, Lucetta, Lucetta CI, Gammalux, and Elemental LED. Together, we're driving innovation and helping define the future of the low-voltage linear lighting industry.

That same spirit of innovation and collaboration shapes everything we do. We encourage curiosity, continuous learning, and fresh ideas across every department, empowering employees to grow their careers, make meaningful contributions, and help shape the future of lighting.

Recognized by EDAWN as "Company of the Year - Large" and "Employees First - Large," and by the University of Nevada, Reno as "Graduate Employer of the Year," Elemental Brands is proud to be an award-winning workplace where people come first, innovation thrives, and careers flourish.

What You Get To Do:

The Mechanical Engineer provides critical engineering support for Elemental Brands' award-winning portfolio of lighting products, dimmers, and drivers. The position involves a combination of new product design, sustaining engineering, product testing and validation and manufacturing support.

Challenge Yourself - The Specifics:

• Design and prototyping of mechanical lighting components, including extrusions, channels, electromechanical connectors, switches, and junction boxes applying DFM principles.
• Develop 3D models of new electrical and mechanical components for use in final assemblies
• Create component fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, cable/wire drawings, and specification drawings
• Create wiring diagrams and manufacturing assembly instructions using CAD software
• Export existing 3D models and drawings from CAD software to PDF or other formats
• Review drawings and BOM's for accuracy and completeness, ensuring engineering drafting standards are met
• Assembling prototype systems and assist with testing
• Conduct detailed engineering analysis to drive design decisions, creating models, drawings, and specifications for parts and assemblies
• Perform design reviews to iteratively optimize designs for mass-production
• Assist with developing documented methods for process improvement and control
• Understand modern manufacturing processes, including sheet metal fabrication, extrusion, and injection molding
• Promote positive company user relations by projecting a courteous, helpful attitude and assisting employees when appropriate
• Providing engineering support for production tools, including resin/potting machines.
• Display willingness to make decisions; Exhibit sound and accurate judgment; Support and explain reasoning for decisions; Include appropriate people in decision-making process (specifically Department Managers); Make timely decisions.
• Support original thinking and creativity; Meet challenges with resourcefulness; Generate suggestions for improving work; Develop innovative approaches and ideas.
• Performs other duties as assigned

You Have a Unique Combination of Skills, Talents and Mindset, Including Many of the Following:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University with an emphasis in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience required
• Proficient with sheet metal design and parametric modeling in CAD software.  SolidWorks Suite knowledge a plus.
• Strong knowledge of drafting standards for mechanical parts and assemblies.
• Basic understanding of AC/DC power and digital electronics is a plus.
• Manufacturing experience in an industrial environment a plus.
• Ability to coordinate engineering projects and demonstrate engineering technical expertise to a team.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to provide information across multiple groups in the Company, including Engineering, Product Management, Marketing, and Sales.
• Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to work independently.
• Computer proficient with knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel/Outlook/Access).

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The Perks and Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% PAID by employer), available first of the month, following the date of hire
• Company-matched 401(k) Plan, at 5%, no vesting schedule
• Discretionary Time Off (DTO)
• Parental Leave (PL)
• Sick Time Off (STO)
• Seven Paid Holidays
• Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) - $200 annual employer contribution
• Career Development Plan Program
• Discounted Corporate Gym Membership at South Reno Athletic Club
• Tuition Assistance
• Monthly Birthday Lunch Celebrations
• Employee Discount
• On-site Snacks and Beverages
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

About Us:

Visit us at www.elementalbrands.com or call 877-564-5051.