Fabrication Project Engineer

Company: Digifabshop
Location: Albany
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

The MissionBefore there were clients, employees, machines, or even a shop, the Digifabshop mission was to Explore Making. While the meaning of "Explore Making" has broadened over the years, our fascination and interest to discover unique and innovative ways to approach fabrication has never changed. Specializing in Architectural Millwork and Fabrication, we explore making, using a wide variety of technologies and processes to create architectural interiors, structures, fine art and products across any medium or material we can get our hands on. With an eye for design and a knack for the digital, Digifabshop is the perfect union of style and innovation.The ValuesDigifabshop's mission, to Explore Making, permeates every department and individual and manifests as an insatiable desire to learn, grow, and build. We have built a culture of openness with an ever growing desire for transparency. We know each other's hobbies, we are honest about our shortcomings, and we feed off one another's strengths. We ask questions, we propose and embrace change, and we are aligned in the direction in which we charge ahead.The RoleDigifabshop Project Engineers are responsible for driving the design, detailing, and engineering of furniture, store fixtures and architectural components and assemblies as well as the production of direct to fabrication models, drawings, and CNC programming. Project Engineers work on projects ranging in size from art installations to prefabricated structures to multi-unit rollouts for national chains, and they play a key role in assisting project managers and coordinating with production teams in the fabrication process.Essential Functions & Responsibilities* Reading architectural drawings in order to extract information pertinent to Digifabshop project scope.* Developing build-able, efficient component and assembly designs in collaboration with project management, production management, client design teams and consulting engineers.* Specifying and assisting in sourcing of materials appropriate to design intent, assembly logic, field construct-ability, and engineering requirements.* Developing 3D models for project components using multiple software platforms, including parametric modeling.* Developing 2D CAD drawings, with details and accuracy necessary for fabrication.* Developing shop drawings with design intent, materiality, and notations communicated clearly.* Reviewing shop drawing sets in anticipation of internal and external review.* Offline programming CNC machinery including nesting, toolpathing, collision detection, feeds and speeds, etc.* Perform other related duties as required* Meaningfully contribute to team meetings, training, policies, strategy and cultureSkills & Background* Expertise in Solidworks (or equivalent) and/or Rhinoceros/Grasshopper. Experience with Catia is a plus.* Expertise in Autocad, or equivalent 2D CAD software.* Extensive experience designing and detailing architectural components and/or furniture assemblies.* Extensive knowledge of construction and manufacturing materials and methods, including metal, wood, stone and glass.* Experience in designing for fabrication and assembly using CNC machines. Experience with industrial robots is a plus.* Bachelor's or Master Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related work experience.* Lifelong learner* Attentive, considerate, inquisitive and empathetic to others* Take time to understand the points being made by others and ask questions as appropriateBenefits* Health* Dental* Vision* LTD & STD* Life* 401(k)www.digifabshop.comInstagramVimeoFacebookDigifabshop is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Powered by JazzHRmowhYlj59O

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