Technical Illustrator jobs in Minnetonka, MN

Summary

The Technical Illustrator works within the the Engineering Team as an expert in visual and written communication. They are in charge of developing the documents necessary to summarize the information gathered during the display fixture design phase as well as documents to guide the operator(s) on site through processes of display setup and use.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales, engineering and project management personnel to review information provided by the research and development process
• Create engineering report documents; ensuring that all information is easily understood, supported by effective visual aids and presented in a format conforming with the PD brand standards
• Review engineering drawings, parts lists, specifications, mock-ups and production samples in order to fully understand the design and functionality of a given fixture
• Coordinate the collection of any additional materials (i.e., drawings, renderings, photos, videos, etc.)
• Collaborate with the other departments involved in the product development and fulfillment process
• Translates information given into a comprehensive, well organized and easily understood set of assembly and/or installation instructions
• Work independently on documentation projects, utilizing internal resources for collaboration or review
• Maintain records using a document control process
• Proactively communicates project status, challenges and issues
• Proofread and submit documentation, which is comprehensive, accurate and complies with PD brand standards
• Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
• Follows all safety and workplace policies

Competencies and Skills

• Ability to articulate ideas in both visual and verbal form to effectively convey ideas and instructions
• Strong technical aptitude, including proficiency in MS Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) along with software applications for developing manuals (i.e., InDesign, SolidWorks, etc.)
• Excellent organizational, research and analytical skills
• Proven ability to work productively and creatively with limited supervision
• High attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to accept criticism and make changes accordingly
• Understanding of how products are built, their intended functions and the desired end result
• Strong work ethic, willing to learn new things, high positivity, and endless curiosity are highly encouraged personal traits for this position
• Ability to effectively convey information to a wide variety of technical and non-technical individuals
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory and command of design principles
• Fluent in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Sketch Up, SolidWorks and other design software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Adaptability and flexibility to meet a fast-paced and rapidly changing work environment
• Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
• Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations

Education/Certification

• Prefer 2-year technical degree

Experience

• Strong graphic and industrial design related skills and experience
• 3 years of experience producing product related documents and layout design

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday