CAD Drafter

Amphenol Fiber Systems International (AFSI) is a full service fiber optic
company specializing in the fabrication an manufacture of fiber optic
connectivity products and systems. Our commitment to technical excellence
makes us an industry leader in proficing sophisticated products and professional
technical assistance in the fiber optic industry. AFSI, located in Allen,
Texas, has and will continue to base its strategy on technical and application
support, quality assurance, product performance and value.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Computer-Aided Drafter and Detailer is responsible
for creating drawings in the development of new products and the improvement of
existing products. Develop and prepare designs, piece part and assembly
drawings.

Essential Functions:?

Update existing drawings
Conceptualize design solutions to given or stated requirements
Research and analyze problems and initiate recommendations and develop
possible design solutions for implementation
Work with manufacturing engineering and operations to ensure the sufficiency
of drawing's detail (Bills of Material, special notes/instructions, standards)
which facilitate manufacturability
Order, assemble and enable the testing of new products
Solve design related problems with respect to performance, producibility and
product delivery
Soft skills: AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Visio
Possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team
environment
Liaison with engineering personnel
Able to move from design concept to finished design, including layouts and
tolerance valuations, and detail drawings.
Ability to learn and execute established procedures and programs
Able to follow established procedures to complete required cable assembly
designs
Prepares layouts, assembly, and detail drawings for fiber optic cable
assemblies based on inputs from Sales/customer
Update drawings per customer's request (As-built and Engineering change
notices)
Work with component engineering to obtain models for cable assembly
components
Analyzes various design requirements and recommends possible solutions or
alternate constructions
Verify that cable assembly parts are setup in company ERP system
Route and ensure drawings are signed off and submitted for final release
Ensure cable assembly cycle times are met or improved

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to read (write and speak in English) and interpret assembly drawings
from internal and customer specifications
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
Proficient in SolidWorks
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Detail oriented
Strong understanding of best practices in customer service
Strong team player

Required Education and Experience:

One to two years of college or trade school education
in engineering drawing/CAD design
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for
formal training.
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident to satisfy AFSI ITAR requirements