Computer Aided Design Programmer

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Dante Valve is a family-owned company that manufactures valves for military and industrial applications. We have been in business for over 60 years and our work is driven by our values of Quality, Responsibility and Service. We offer a competitive salary and opportunity for growth along with excellent benefits including 401(k), profit sharing plan, medical & dental, paid holidays, vacation plan and sick leave. Our employees are our most treasured asset and in addition to offering generous compensation and benefit packages, we work hard to build a culture of caring, respect and appreciation for all that they do.

CORE VALUES

• We are Focused – on attention to detail and on every process step – every time.
• We are Committed – to our team, to our customers and to our mission.
• We exemplify Integrity – by doing the right thing, for the right reasons, even when no one is looking.
• We are Grateful – for each other’s contributions and loyalty to our team as well as the opportunities afforded to us by our customers.

PURPOSE

The CAD/CAM Designer will be well versed in computer aided design (preferably Inventor) and computer aided manufacturing (Mastercam). The person in this position will be required to interface with both engineering and manufacturing on a daily basis.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Execute CAM procedures (toolpath programming for both milling and turning
• Design hard CNC work-holding fixtures (i.e. aluminum, steel)
• Design and create soft work-holding fixtures for secondary processes and CMM measuring

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Use design software to produce 2D and/or 3D designs
• Research material properties in large databases to identify the best materials for modeling
• Address limitations of technologies and materials involved in the CAD process
• Incorporate feedback into 3D model designs
• Revise models as requested
• Run simulations and stress-tests on all 3D models before prototyping

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Associate technical degree. Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Work History: 5 years as a power CAD user
• Mastercam experience with Mill 3D and turning (single spindle)
• Ability to analyze G-Code
• CAD, 3D modeling, preferably Inventor
• Work-holding design experience
• Experience in manufacturing, preferably with CNC
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication
• Process oriented, sense of urgency, attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills

PREFFERED SKILLS

• Direct experience with 3D printing
• Direct experience with measurement methods, preferably manual and with CMM machines
• Mastercam 5-axis milling
• Master Turning (Dual-Spindle)

Additional Details

• Must be able to pass a thorough background check including a drug screen.
• Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vet/Disabled/VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
• E-Verify Employer.

Job Type: Full Time

Job is at our Norfolk, VA location