Job Description
OVERVIEW
Merrick & Company is seeking a high school, technical school or community college Engineering or Drafting and Design student for a paid apprenticeship program for Fall 2024 in our Greenwood Village, CO headquarters. Imagine supporting rewarding client projects such as those involving aerospace missions, national defense, research laboratories, land development, water systems, sustainable energy, bio-manufacturing, and industrial manufacturing, as well as being exposed to unparalleled training and development opportunities! The apprenticeship program has a commitment of approximately 18 months to 2 years.
The Merrick Apprenticeship Program will provide an opportunity to gain technical experience in the field of engineering, design and drafting. The apprentice will be exposed to various design items, including detailed design, 3D modeling, and drawing creation. Typical design systems may include architectural and interior design and documentation, structural design, HVAC design, process piping and plumbing design, pressure vessels, facilities electrical design and documentation, containment systems, custom equipment, and material handling equipment.
This specific apprenticeship position is for a mechanical equipment apprentice and will work directly with small teams to produce 3D models, drawings, and fabrication packages of custom equipment with direction from the project engineer. Typical equipment includes containment systems (gloveboxes, hot cells, cleanrooms), material handling equipment, small scale process piping & equipment, furnace systems, metal working systems (mills, lathes, rolling machines) and pressure vessels. WHAT YOU'LL DO
Produce drawings and models using basic working knowledge of the CAD software. Detailed design activities include preparation of 3D models, creating detailed drawing packages, and creating detailed Bills of Materials. Create and manipulate basic models in 3D environment. Complete revisions of existing technical drawings. Perform entry level routine technical work. Work on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Follow defined standards and procedures. Receive initial instructions from a mentor or supervisor and have technical work checked upon completion. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 0-2 years of experience. Must be pursuing an Associate Degree - Drafting/Design, Graphic Design or Technical College Certification or Equivalent Experience from high school CAD and engineering program. Client projects for this position requires U.S. Citizenship. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with solid modeling software is preferred. CREO, SolidWorks, Inventor, Revit, CAD Worx or other 3D modeling packages. Understanding of basic drawing generation and layout. Knowledge of technical principles and practices. Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Possesses basic oral and written communication skills. Knowledgeable of procedures and understand their application when required. Collaboration. Ability to work independently. Ability to problem solve. Local candidates preferred. PERKS
Professional Training and Skill Development. Flexible Work Hours and Paid holidays Real work on Real client projects Coaching and Mentoring And Much More! ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted. Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. Employment with Merrick is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Merrick & Company 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We maintain a drug-fre workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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