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CAD/CAM Technical Designer

Technical Designers use their CAD/CAM skills and engineering knowledge to create detailed digital models and solve design problems across industries like manufacturing, robotics, and construction.

CAM/ CAD Designer
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Overview

Every product design or advanced manufacturing processes starts with the Technical Designer. They utilize their expertise in CAD/CAM software programs to produce complex, detailed digital assets, surface and 2D and 3D solid models.

Technical Designers are able to analyze a problem using their mathematical and engineering background and come up with a creative solution. They worked closely with the Engineering team and customers on a variety of projects and are needed in a variety of industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, robotics, construction and more.

Job Profil

CAD Apprentices can work in the Engineering, Maintenance, Tool & Die or Drafting Department at their company.

  • Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, routing instructions, manuals, and specifications
  • Understand GD&T and apply it during the programming process
  • Use of CAD software to create part models and geometry as needed
  • Determine optimal tooling and cutting parameters based on material and setup
  • Understand and implement work holding for manufacturing processes
  • Plan and execute manufacturing processes individually or as a team
  • Generate accurate CAD/CAM drawings of parts using supplied print or sketch.
  • Create and maintain the part manufacturing processes
  • Needs to be proficient creating/designing, editing, maintaining Microsoft Office programs
  • General and practical knowledge of measuring tools, equipment, and concepts
  • Excellent working knowledge of geometric tolerancing and dimensioning
  • Provide Engineering and Management information that affects part quality or schedule
  • Maintain revision and quality control on programs, tool sheets, and setup documentation
  • Use of CAM programming software on multi-axis mill-turn machines (if applicable)
  • Knowledge of Machining & Fabrication *if applicable*
  • Machines - Troubleshooting, repairing, preventive maintenance of machines *if applicable

Curriculum

The coursework will be an Associate’s Degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing and (or also knowns as Computer Aided Design Technology).

Coursework includes:

  • Technical Drafting,
  • Introduction to Design,
  • Materials, and Processes,
  • Math for Technologies,
  • Computer Numerical Control,
  • 3D Solid Modeling,
  • Materials, Machining,
  • Technical Communication and other Technical Electives

Upon successful completion the Apprentice will receive the following industry-recognized credentials and certifications:

  • Journeyworker Papers (Dept. of Labor & Industry
  • Associate's Degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design
  • German Apprenticeship Certificate (DiHK) as Technischer ProduktdesignerIn
Apprentice of the Year Winner 2019
GACC Pit Chapter

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Non-discrimination

Pittsburgh Chapter of the German American Chamber of Commerce (GACCPIT) will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX (INCLUDING PREGNANCY AND GENDER IDENTITY), SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENETIC INFORMATION, OR BECAUSE THEY ARE AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY OR A PERSON 40 YEARS OLD OR OLDER. GACCPIT will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.