Friday, September 21, 2007

Drafter Designer

Geotech seeks a Drafter Designer with 7-10 years experience to join our Engineering Department. You will assist in the design and development of new equipment. Prior experience with Autodesk Inventor CAD software in a manufacturing environment is required, as are strong math skills.

Pluses:
  • Adobe Suite
  • MS Office
  • Materials background
Please furnish verifiable references.

Pick this link, for more information about Geotech Environmental Equipment

Send resume to stever@geotechenv.com or fax to 303-322-7242 attn: Engineering Manager

Mechanical Detailer

New Tech Machinery seeks a Mechanical Detailer to join our Engineering Department and assist in the design and development of new equipment. Prior experience with Autodesk Inventor CAD software in a manufacturing environment would be helpful.
View job description by clicking here.


Send resume to engr@newtechmachinery.com or fax to 303-294-9407 attn: Director of Engineering

At CoorsTek, we change our world by providing industry with break-through solutions for an amazing variety of engineered parts and integrated systems made from ceramics, metals and plastics. Our Golden Facility has an opportunity available for a talented Engineer II. This position will be located in Golden, CO.

Job Description:

At CoorsTek we change our world by providing industry with break-through solutions for an amazing variety of engineered parts and integrated systems made from ceramics, metals and plastics. Our Golden Facility has an opportunity available for a talented Engineer II . This position will be located in Golden, CO.

Position Summary:
Responsible for designing, developing, and testing equipment, processes, and materials; seeking opportunities to apply technical knowledge, under direction of engineering and technical staff.

Essential Functions:

Meets or exceeds all requirements of an Engineer I.
Develops, implements, and improves production/processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in the most cost efficient manner; requires use of moderate decision making skills.
Performs work that is varied.
Receives instruction on specific assignment objectives, points of emphasis, reference and information sources, and possible solutions.
Unusual problems are solved jointly with supervisor, and work is reviewed for application of sound engineering judgment.
Assignments include equipment design and development, test of materials, preparation of specifications, process study, research investigations, report preparation and other activities requiring knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques commonly employed in the specific area of assignments.
Performs work which involves conventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment with relatively few complex features for which there are precedents.
Develops estimate and cost guidelines through the use of operation sheets, engineering standards, and manufacturing process knowledge.
May review completed orders and investigates orders completed above/below initial cost estimates to detect potential problems in the manufacturing process or cost guidelines.
Develops and maintains written standards on the production processes.
May supervise other employees.
May have interaction with customers and suppliers.
Possesses the ability to enhance the functionality of computer systems to more efficiently perform job tasks.
Willingly accepts responsibility of sharing skills and knowledge; trains other employees.
Understands and meets or exceeds quality standards; seeks to minimize error rate.
Participates in continuous improvement efforts. Supports and helps to implement new ideas.
Performs detail-oriented tasks utilizing very effective communication skills and very high math skills.
The position is for a tool designer. This position requires the skills of mechanical engineering and automation design skills are a plus. Applicant should have tool design experience and be proficient in AutoCAD and Inventor.


Education, Training, and Skill Recommendations/Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or appropriate science, and 5 years education and experience in a equivalent or similar discipline.
Must participate in relevant continuing education



At CoorsTek we offer excellent benefits: medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K, life insurance, AD&D, STD/LTD, PTO, tuition reimbursement, health club reimbursement – plus much more! A casual, yet professional working environment.

Enjoy working with an exciting company, which has almost a hundred years in business! Send your resume and salary requirements to: triley@coorstek.com or Call 303.277.4121

Local Candidates Only!
Principals Only – No Agencies Please.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.


Monday, September 17, 2007

LATEST SERVICE PACKS:

Autodesk Mechanical Desktop 2008 Service Pack 1*
MDT 2008 SP1

*This applies to any MDT included with all versions of Inventor 2008.

Check here often for additional listings of Service Packs as they are posted.

Wednesday, September 12, 2007

Colorado Inventor Users Group

Wednesday, September 19th, 2007

6:30PM – 9:00PM

Please join us this month at one of Denver’s own technology leaders – Gates (part of the Tomkins, PLC). They have been an innovative user of Inventor for over 5 years and have graciously offered their new Tech Center as the site of our next Users Group. Jeanne Pake and Justin Paulsen from Gates will be presenting two very interesting topics.

Tour of the new Gates Customer Solutions Center*

Using Skeletal Models-Justin Paulsen

Building iAssemblies-Jeanne Pake

Inventor Q&A

As always, food and soft drinks will be provided for those who bring questions and experiences to share!

Come to discuss ideas, increase knowledge and get advice from Avatech’s experts and other Colorado Inventor users.

Please RSVP or to get directions:
Call us at: 303.796.0204 or email us
Rob Johnston:
rob.johnston@avatech.com
Derick Asher: derick.asher@avat.com

Gates Corporation
330 Inverness Drive South
Englewood, CO 80112
(303) 744-1911

* We will all be required to read and sign a RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK which is also attached to our invitation. You can complete this beforehand and bring it with you or sign one at the front door when you arrive.