Job TypeFull-time
Description:
Rocky Mountain ATV/MC is seeking an R&D Drafter to join our product development team.
For over 40 years, Rocky Mountain ATV/MC has grown to become one of the world's largest providers for power-sport enthusiasts - having the largest selection of riding gear and parts available. Rocky Mountain ATV/MC is not just a distributor, we are also gear testers, product developers, manufacturers of off-road parts/components, and one of the powersports industries leading resources for instruction and demonstration.
There has never been a better time to start your career with us! In 2021, Rocky Mountain ATV/MC became a 100% Employee-Owned Organization. Come join us as an Employee-Owner and work with the best in a fast paced, exciting industry. Do you love powersports? Do you want to work for a company with a fun and rewarding environment? Rocky Mountain ATV/MC is that company, we are comprised of powersports enthusiasts just like you. We currently have amazing opportunities for dynamic and dependable individuals who want to share their passion and experience. GET READY.As a colleague at Rocky Mountain ATV/MC, you can enjoy benefits and perks including:
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- Competitive compensation with regular bonuses
- Excellent tuition reimbursement, graduation bonus and ZERO interest education loans for all employees
- Delicious onsite cafeterias with discounted meals
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life insurance plans 401K with company matchPTO and holiday pay
- Wellness programs and discounted local gym membership
- Powersport and wellness race/participation reimbursements
- Generous employee discount on thousands of products
- Career advancement, professional development, and opportunities to grow
AboutThis position will work closely with R&D engineers and product developers to turn concepts, sketches, and measurements into detailed 3D models and technical drawings for powersports products. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of hands-on SolidWorks experience and is comfortable modeling complex shapes, curved surfaces, and intricate repeating features.
What you will do in this role:
Create and modify SolidWorks parts, assemblies, and detailed drawings for new and existing products.
Develop complex geometry using parametric solid modeling, surface modeling, sweeps, lofts, and boundary surfaces.
Create detailed patterns and features across curved surfaces while maintaining accurate dimensions and design intent.
Translate sketches, reference models, measurements, and engineering direction into accurate, editable CAD models.
Prepare dimensioned drawings and CAD files for prototyping, supplier review, and manufacturing.
Update designs based on prototype evaluations, fitment checks, and feedback from the R&D team.
Maintain organized CAD files, drawing revisions, and supporting documentation.
Collaborate with engineers and product developers to resolve design and modeling challenges.
Other duties as assigned.
How you will thrive in this role:2-3 years of hands-on experience with 3D modeling in SolidWorks.
Proficiency in parametric part modeling and assemblies.
Ability to create accurate 2D engineering drawings, including dimensions, tolerances, section views, detail views, and manufacturing notes.
Ability to prepare design transfer and handoff documentation so models, drawings, specifications, and revision history can be clearly understood and used by other designers, engineers, and manufacturing partners.
Demonstrated ability to model complex curved geometry using solid and surface modeling techniques.
Experience with 3D sketches, splines, guide curves, sweeps, lofts, and surface trimming and knitting.
Ability to create circular and curve-driven patterns, projected curves, and detailed features on curved surfaces.
Understanding of dimensions, tolerances, and basic manufacturing considerations.
Ability to build well-organized models that can be revised efficiently without losing design intent.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple assignments.
Clear communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
The extras:
Previous experience in the powersports industry, particularly in product development, design, or manufacturing.
Experience with laser scanning, reverse engineering, or Geomagic.
Experience designing molded components and working with draft angles, parting lines, and complex surface transitions.
Familiarity with powersports products and their functional requirements.
Technical training in drafting, mechanical design, or a related field.
SolidWorks certification, such as CSWA or CSWP.
Physical Demands:
Position performance will require the regular physical ability to walk and function in elevation changes means of self-propulsion to include steps, ladders, and varied walking and working surfaces. Ability to negotiate warehouse work areas in a safe manner and behavior. Vision abilities specific to the position will include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Performing in this role will require the use of hands to use and handle tools, objects, materials, and controls. Performance requires the frequent ability to sit, talk, hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee may have to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Equality: Rocky Mountain ATV/MC is proud to be a company of inclusion, belonging, and fairness. We rely on our colleagues to collaborate, have a voice, and perspective. We embrace everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity/expression, veteran status, or genetic information or any other category protected under applicable law.
