Technical IllustratorNewport News, VA

The Technical Illustrator I lays out and draws illustrations for reproduction in reference works, brochures and technical manuals dealing with assemblies, installation, operation, maintenance, spare parts and the repair of components, tools and equipment

Responsibilities

• Assists the Technical Documentation and Publication department with preparing drawings from blueprints, designs, electronic prints and mockups, photo-prints by methods and techniques suited to specified reproduction process for final use such as schematics, perspectives, orthographic, or oblique-angle (3D) views in order to depict function, relationship, and assembly sequence of parts and assemblies such as gears, engines, instruments and other mechanical, hydraulic and electrical assemblies.
• Shades-in or colors drawings to emphasize details or to eliminate undesired backgrounds, using drafting and illustration software, and to paste instructions and comments in position on illustrations.
• Prepares drawings from AutoCAD prints, engineering models, designs, blueprints, mockups, and photo prints.
• Inserts and arrange instructions and comments in position on drawing.
• Creates 3D illustrations from in-house drawings & vendor/supplier drawings.
• Works with vendor/supplier to obtain information needed to create isometric drawing and convey technical information and parts break-down in publications.
• Consults with technical team leads, Engineer Technicians, Service Technicians and other subject matter experts to ensure common understanding of publications and related materials to be produced and to understand and present technical materials and parameters of technical content and the presentation of such content.
• Assists in maintaining cataloging systems, records, files, electronic media and archiving of information for publications for business references.
• Assists in preparing material for technical seminars and business forums.
• Assists in maintaining content changes and updates to publications.

Competencies

• Associate’s degree (A.A.S.) in communications, publications, graphics and two years of practical experience or a Technical degree from an accredited institution in a related field with at least four years experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of drafting tools or Computer-Assisted Design (CAD) or drafting equipment, 3D illustration, and Photoshop software.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of BaaN system as it relates to truck Bill of Material (BOM) structure and inventory control.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as algebra, probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Expected to travel nationally and internationally up to 20% to customer or supplier sites.
• Ability to obtain and maintain mine certifications or safety training such as Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) hazard training.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and passport.

Our Offer

An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Alden.

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