Technical Designer

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We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Technical Designer

The Technical Designer is responsible for creating, modifying, and managing detailed technical drawings and designs using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. They work closely with engineers, architects, and project managers to develop accurate plans, blueprints, or models for manufacturing, construction, or product development projects. This role requires a strong understanding of design principles, technical specifications, and industry standards.

In this role you'll make an impact by:

• Preparing scale or schematic drawings using CAD software in support of Americas Project Execution and Operations.
• Working with a team of remote drafters by performing quality checks on their drawings and providing feedback.
• Controlling the process of drawing review, iterative corrections/revisions from Engineering/ Operations and repository in our drawing management application.
• Developing and maintaining regional and site-specific drafting and drawing standards.
• Researching and implementing new software applications such as 3D Modeling and technology to lead and implement innovative solutions to stay current with CAD industry standards.
• Performing drawing creation, 3D model creation, drawing conversion to Novonesis drafting software, implementing redline comments to master copy and update in the Novonesis Document Management System. Redlining P&ID's with equipment numbering and verify no duplication of equipment numbering.
• Controlling capital project equipment flow including procurement, receiving, tagging and distribution to project personnel
• Creating real and master equipment registration in SAP database
• Collecting and organizing in SAP database equipment maintenance manuals, warranties and food safety documentation for all Americas capital projects.
• Creating LOTO procedures for project installed equipment
• Managing the NZNA Project Execution Warehouse in coordination with the Maintenance Warehouse operations including compliance with GMP, shipping and receiving.

To succeed you must hold:

• Possess two years related experience and an associate's degree in CAD, engineering or a related field or five years direct experience
• Knowledge in drafting conventions and standards typical for an industrial processing facility, including the preparation of P&IDs
• Competency and experience with drafting in 3D modeling software such as Navisworks or Revit
• Fluency in reading and comprehending 2D plans, 3D models and drawings both electronically and hard copies.
• Capable of managing multiple projects at one time with strong organi-zation skills
• Prior experience with the administration of a drawing management system strongly preferred.
• Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office software.
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Possess the visual acuity and physical abilities to support all functions of the position.
• Good interpersonal and team working skills.
• Demonstrated success in attention to detail, taking initiative, collaboration, time management, and displaying a needed sense of urgency.
• Effective written and oral communication skills. Must have the ability to facilitate cooperation between departments to achieve desired results.
• May require travel up to 15% both within region and globally.

Location: West Allis, WI, Franklinton, NC or Blair, NB (Hybrid)

Application deadline: 1/16/25

Expected salary range: $60,000-$75,000

• Benefits you will enjoy:
• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
• Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
• Healthcare savings account option
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• All benefits begin on your first day

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

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