Strom Minnesota

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CAD Detailer

CAD Detailer

Strom Minnesota is currently looking for a CAD Detailer for our client in Blaine, MN.  Applicants must have previous experience with trade show exhibits, product displays of corporate interiors.

CAD Detailer/Draftsman (open rank: Associate to Senior)

Schedule: Hybrid. In-office, three days per week, T-TH

About us: Company is a brand experience agency, headquartered in Blaine, Minnesota, with over 97 years of experience in trade show exhibits, product displays, and corporate interiors. As a full-service agency, we are committed to partnering with world-charging companies to tell their stories and grow their brands through innovative environmental design and impactful user experience. Our mission is to design and build new worlds for companies destined to change this one. We take enormous pride in creating spaces that affect change

Description: The CAD Detailer/Drafter is a key contributor on the Creative team and an important cross-functional partner who works closely with many members of other teams, including Account Manager, Project Managers, Designers and Production Engineers. We are looking for a Detailer who enjoys working collaboratively and appreciates the process of receiving creative feedback from other team members. Our next Detailer will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment on multiple product sets: exhibits, product displays, interiors and other brand experience activations, and gets excited about innovation and hands-on creativity. Self-direction is key; the ability to communicate proactively and self-advocate is an important skill and marker of success in this role.

The Detailer will:

  • Develop and engineer workable and efficient fabrication solutions, converting initial design concepts into functional exhibit builds
  • Work with designers to select and source proper materials for fabrication
  • Provide fabricated and sourced component specifications, BOM’s, and all build details for costing projects.
  • Produce detailed build drawings – annotating dimensions, material call-outs, system components and suggested construction methods that adhere to established standards.
  • Generate technical drawings and electronic files for CNC routing and custom fabrication.
  • Coordinate with vendors to ensure proper construction of fabricated elements.
  • Develop assembly drawings and exhibit setup instructions, including parts lists for ship manifests.
  • Produce exhibit floor layouts, such as electrical, rigging, elevations etc.
  • Maintain CAD model reference libraries Key Accountabilities:
  • CAD detailing deliverables
  • Cost specifications
  • Engineering/production specifications
  • Exhibit/show drawings
  • Setup and assembly instructions Qualifications:
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as Vectorworks, Solidworks, Inventor, etc.
  • Working knowledge of industry construction, techniques, and standards
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and meet strict deadlines
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
  • Experience in structural and user experience design
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills

Note: We are a social impact company, which means that our team measures both financial returns and social impact results—environmental sustainability, in particular. We are proud to offer competitive benefits such as unlimited PTO, generous technology stipends, emergency saving accounts, health and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, and cell phone reimbursement.

Electrical Drafter

Electrical Drafter

Strom Minnesota is looking for an experienced Electrical Drafter to work for our client company located in Plymouth, Minnesota.

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Designer I, Electrical is responsible for developing detailed design drawings and related specifications of equipment.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:

Design Process

  • Uses 2D and 3D CAD to create complex conceptual layouts of machines, machine components, and systems to meet required specifications.
  • Perform multiple types of analysis and basic calculations to verify design decisions.
  • Work in coordination with other engineering design disciplines to complete design and drafting tasks within project schedule and scope of work constraints.
  • Prepare and check detailed documentation of parts, assemblies and specifications.
  • Prepare, check, and process Engineering changes.
  • Research and investigate existing designs, supplier specifications, and industry standards for designs to meet product and customer requirements for performance, safety, and quality.
  • Read, understand, edit, and create electrical schematics in ladder diagram format.
  • Review electrical schematics and create electrical panel and enclosure designs, layouts, and bill of materials.

Design Leadership

  • Provide consultation and support to manufacturing, and field personnel regarding questions that arise concerning fit, assembly, or operations of machine components and systems. 

POSITION IMPACT:

Improve machine performance and solve reliability issues by supporting internal and external customers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Associate Degree (2 yr)

Design/Drafting or related technical degree

Experience:

Months/Years

Describe

6 years

Designer/drafting experience

Preferred

Basic industrial electrical power, controls, and wiring

Mechanical Drafter

Mechanical Drafter

Strom Minnesota is looking for an experienced Mechanical Drafter to work for our client company located in Hamel, Minnesota.

This position will start as a 3-6 month Contract. With possibility on turning a contract to hire.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

The Designer I, Mechanical is responsible for developing concepts and specifications of equipment and systems, solving performance and reliability issues, and creating detailed designs and drawings.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Design Process

  • Use 2D and 3D CAD to create highly complex conceptual layouts and arrangement of machine components, systems, and machines to meet specifications
  • Performs multiple types of analysis and intermediate calculations to verify designs and make strong technical and business
  • Works independently and in coordination with other engineering design disciplines to lead complex design tasks – often involving the integration of several systems and specialized product
  • Prepare, check, and approve detailed Engineering documentation of parts, assemblies, and specifications.
  • Research and investigate existing designs, supplier specifications, and industry standards to meet product and customer requirements for performance, safety, and
  • Prepares and checks complex Engineering Change Orders, using ERP software and 3D
  • Uses extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials to develop cost effective
  • Uses extensive product knowledge and experience to create inventive mechanical solutions that are highly refined in performance, fit, and finished appearance
  • Work from sketches and marked-up prints.
  • Solve routine questions and get help with complex problems from upper levels.
  • Perform proper dimensioning and designing of standard parts.
  • Apply basic drafting skills in area of expertise and have good organizational skills.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Design/Drafting or related technical degree

Experience: 1+ years of Designer/Drafting experience

*Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Plumbing Designer

Plumbing Designer

Strom Minnesota is currently looking for an experienced Plumbing Designer for our client in Crystal, MN.  We are looking for applicants with 5+ years of Plumbing Design as it pertains to commercial building projects.  All work will be done with Revit software.  Any AutoCAD experience a plus, but not required.

Mechanical Drafter/Designer

Mechanical Drafter/Designer

Strom Minnesota is currently looking for a Mechanical Drafter/Designer for our client in Hamel, MN.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

Develops clear, complete and accurate CAD drawings, models, and assemblies and product data / bills of material using PDM software.  Processes Engineering changes to above.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Proficient with 2D and 3D CAD software, IFS/PDM business software, Microsoft Word and Excel, and company email software.
  • Assist engineers and designers with concepts, specifications, and related data and drawings.
  • Using CAD software, creates layouts of mechanical components, systems, and machines.
  • Computes angles, weights, surface areas, dimensions, radii, clearances, tolerances, leverages, and location of holes.
  • Using CAD and IFS/PDM, prepares and checks detailed documentation.  Using proper dimensioning practice, drafts detailed multi-view drawings of parts, assemblies, and machines.
  • Using CAD and IFS/PDM, prepares, checks, and processes Engineering changes to incorporate updated design to new or existing machines.
  • Checks own work for accuracy and completeness.  May check the work of other designer drafters.  May participate in training other employees or create training documents for CAD and PDM.
  • Estimates time to complete tasks, informs when tasks will exceed estimate.
  • Ability to perform tolerance stack-ups and working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
  • Work from sketches and marked-up prints.
  • Read and interpret various technical, operating, and process documents. Write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Solve routine questions and get help with complex problems from upper levels.
  • Apply basic drafting skills in area of expertise and have good organizational skills.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Associate Degree in Design/Drafting

Experience: 0-3 of Designer/Drafting experience

Structural Designer-Champlin, MN

Structural Designer-Champlin, MN

Structural Designer

Strom Minnesota has an exciting new opening for a Structural Designer with a great company located in the Twin Cities area.  A minimum of 4 years of job-related experience  is required.

Duties:
* Function as design technician providing structural drafting and design services focusing on commercial projects.
* Develop conceptual, preliminary and construction level drawings. Make revisions to existing drawings as needed.
* Apply engineering fundamentals to design.
* Convert 3D drawings, i.e.  sections/detail into 2D drawings as needed.
* Coordinate multi-discipline design/drafting efforts for projects.

* Visits job sites as needed.

* Work with engineers, project managers and other personnel as needed to meet project and company objectives.

Skills/Qualifications:
* Minimum two (2) year Associates Degree in Drafting Technology, or similar
* Minimum of four (4) years of relevant industry experience

* Must have solid knowledge of building design, concepts, BIM drawings and models.

* Sound technical knowledge in the area of computer-related drafting (Revit preferred).

* Ability to prepare and maintain engineering drawings and other documentation

* Excellent oral and written communications skills

* Outstanding organizational skills

* Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
* Must be a U.S. Citizen and/or be authorized to work in USA.

Tool & Die Designer

Tool & Die Designer

Tool & Die Design Engineer –

Company Overview
Custom metal stamping and metal fabrication manufacturer with customer accounts across the USA and abroad. We are looking to recruit individuals who have the experience and education to contribute to our corporate goals.

Hours are first shift (Monday to Thursday from 6am – 3pm and Fridays from 6am – noon) with a cohesive work environment. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits. Apply today to join our team!

Ideal Candidate Profile
We are currently seeking an energetic, experienced and self-motivated full-time Tool & Die Design Engineer. This position is responsible for creating designs single stage, progressive dies, and fixtures utilizing CadKey, Gibb and SolidWorks programs.
Job Summary

  • Analyze customer provided prints, CAD files, and specifications, as well as, the content of the R.F.Q. to determine the most appropriate tool design to produce parts that will meet all customer specifications, while staying within an appropriate budget relative to the required number of parts to be produced.
  • Confer with others in the Tool & Die room to brainstorm, resolve problems and develop tool designs. Conceiving tooling method is often a team effort.
  • Conceive, design, detail, and develop all types of punch press tooling; ranging from temporary style stage tooling to large complicated progressive dies with sensors and automation.
  • Conceive, design, detail, and develop all types of Weld fixtures. Assembly fixtures and inspection fixtures.
  • Coordinate with Programmer, EDM department, CNC mill department and Toolmakers in support of tool designs.
  • Create part models (or import customer model). Create flat blank geometry for laser, work with press brake department & quality control to develop blanks.
  • Work with customers to clarify any issues with engineering prints or CAD files. Most engineering communication is done via e-mail.

Skills and Experience

  • S. in Engineering or Associates Degree or technical certificate in a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of CadKey or SolidWorks. Gibbs experience is beneficial.

Must be able to read and comprehend blueprints and have a good working knowledge of geometric tolerancing.

Autocad Drafter/Designer

Autocad Drafter/Designer

AutoCAD Drafter/Designer

  • Produce 2D AutoCAD drawings by collaborating with sales engineers and vendors on material handling projects including bill of materials, quoting and estimating
  • Work closely with sales engineers by collaborating on material handling solutions including customer site visits with some travel necessary to take measurements of projects
  • Help facilitate completion of material handling job by generating spare parts list to customers
  • Work with vendors on drawing approval, freight coordination, and project management
  • Handle customer service calls

Requirements:

  • Proficient in AutoCAD 2D. Some 3D Inventor strongly preferred. Microsoft Excel & Microsoft Office
  • 2 years drafting/design degree preferred.
  • Must be detail oriented, meticulous and customer driven
  • Must have a strong mechanical aptitude with a desire to complete complex problem solving
  • Desire to grow with the company handle site visits and potentially expand role in the engineering or sales engineering areas.
  • Willingness to work independently and manage several projects at the same time
  • Must have strong communication skills and work well in a team environment
Sr. Electrical Designer

Sr. Electrical Designer

Leading engineering consulting firm specializing in architecture, mechanical and electrical design engineering, facilities management systems (FAPESS), field and engineering services, construction, and project management. With a history dating back to 1983, we have established a reputation for delivering technical excellence and exceptional customer service.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Electrical Designer to join our team in St. Paul. As a key member of our organization, you will play a vital role in ensuring the successful execution of projects. Reporting to the Senior Engineer and Facilities Team Engineering Manager, you will provide technical expertise, deliver projects to clients’ satisfaction, and contribute to a collaborative team environment. In addition, you will actively support business development efforts, including proposal writing and client meetings.

Types of Projects: Facilities Design, Offices, Labs, Data Centers and Industrial Plants. Electricians with residential electrical experience such as photovoltaic (PV) and Wind experience who know how to do electrical design in AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

* Work collaboratively with the design team to ensure compliance with codes and regulations.

* Manage assigned projects, ensuring timely completion through effective delegation, follow-up, and personal execution.

* Search for or develop CAD drawing files and update drawings based on field site investigations.

* Develop electrical design drawings and markups for the Electrical Designer and CAD Technician.

* Attend design meetings with clients, present project updates, and address requests or concerns.

* Design power distribution systems, equipment power, lighting systems, and other electrical components.

* Prepare engineering documents and equipment specifications in accordance with project scope and electrical engineering principles.

* Maintain a basic understanding of architectural, mechanical, civil, and structural engineering practices.

* Adhere to client-specific codes and standards.

* Design lighting systems for various applications.

* Develop project estimates and ensure adherence to scope.

* Communicate project timelines, progress, and deviations to project managers and stakeholders.

* Create project plans and schedules for efficient execution.

* Support business development through proposal input and client interactions.

* Provide work direction to team members and subcontractors as required.

* Adapt designs based on unexpected circumstances or client changes.

* Mentor and guide the Electrical Designer on client standards, codes, and practices.

* Review and approve drawings for compliance with regulations.

* Review and approve submittals to ensure compliance with project scope.

* Manage multiple projects simultaneously.

* Collaborate with architects, clients, construction managers, and other stakeholders to ensure integrated design solutions.

* Participate in project meetings and effectively communicate engineering concepts.

* Plan, manage, and organize design reviews and final quality control processes.

* Manage construction administration activities, including site visits and coordination with subcontractors.

* Oversee ARC Flash Studies and external engineering subcontractors.

Qualifications:

* Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical design for commercial and industrial facility construction projects.

* Experience with 3M drawings preferred.

* Previous leadership experience preferred.

* Degree from an accredited technical school in Electrical Construction/Design or Electrical Engineering.

* Strong knowledge of Autodesk products (Revit MEP, AutoCAD), Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.

* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

* Ability to establish rapport and credibility with customers and stakeholders.

* Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.

* Attention to detail is crucial.

* Strong knowledge of relevant codes and regulations, including NEC, NFPA, IBC, IFC, Energy Code, and Life Safety Code.

Mechanical Designer/Drafter-Solidworks

Mechanical Designer/Drafter-Solidworks

Strom Minnesota has an immediate position available for a Mechanical Designer/Drafter skilled in SolidWorks 3D and AutoCAD for our client in St. Paul, MN.  The position requires working with project managers to create production drawings based on customer designs, develop tooling and fixtures, produce layout drawings and nest parts for plasma burning table.


Essential Functions

  • Nest parts for plasma cutting table using ProNest.
  • Create shop drawings from customer prints, drawings and models using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
  • Submit drawings for customer approval and review comments and suggestions with customer, project manager and production.
  • Create part layouts and templates.
  • Design tooling and fixtures.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Working knowledge of SolidWorks 3-D and AutoCAD.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, Word.
  • Familiarity with metal fabrication processes including welding, grinding, plasma cutting, brake press and roll bending.
  • Extreme detail orientation to assure high quality documentation.
  • Show a positive and eager to learn attitude with strong work ethic.

 

Experience Required

  • 2-3 years minimum experience in a metal fabrication environment producing layouts and drawings using SolidWorks and nesting using ProNest.
  • 2 year technical college degree.
  • Experience communicating with customers on technical matters.


Preferred Skills

  • Experience in Information Technology and server maintenance.

In addition to roll bending we are a complete metal fabrication job shop with the capability to burn, cut, form and weld all metal shapes and alloys. Company is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary, profit sharing, 401(k) and medical and dental benefits. Come work in an ever-changing and challenging environment.

Drafter

Drafter

Strom Minnesota is currently looking for a Drafter for our client in Maple Grove, MN.  Starting pay is $25-$30 per hour based on experience.

Job Summary:

The Drafter position will use computer-aided design software to create designs and schematics used to manufacture custom cabinetry.  

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Design code to run CNC equipment for production
  • Design plans using computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software
  • Coordinate the collection of data and incorporate this information into drawings and schematics
  • Create and incorporate mathematical formulas to create component specifications and reproduce their schematics for use within reference material
  • Work from rough sketches and specifications created by engineers and architects
  • Help design products with engineering and manufacturing techniques
  • Prepare multiple versions of designs for review by Designers
  • Ensure data is compatible and ready for production use

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • A keen eye for detail and results-driven approach
  • Ability to communicate complex ideas visually
  • Ability to work as a part of a team and can communicate well with other departments and personnel
  • Understanding of necessary mathematics, science, computer-technology, design, computer graphics, and drafting         

Education and Experience:

  • Two-year associate degree, at minimum
  • Cabinet Vision or AutoCAD experience preferred
  • Prior cabinetry experience preferred
  • At least two years related experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to pass drug testing
  • Prolonged periods of sitting
  • Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at times