Technical Illustrator
* US Citizenship is required for this role *
Cincinnati OH
If youre ready for the challenge of working for a dynamic organization Dayton T. Brown Inc. has a career opportunity for a Technical Illustrator to join our growing Technical Publications Division. Our three divisions Engineering and Test Technical Services and Mission Systems make DTB a diverse and welcoming place to work and thrive.
Dayton T. Brown Inc.s technical writers illustrators engineers programmers analysts logisticians and data specialists provide world-class technical documentation information systems training programs and logistics data support services. We are experts in mechanical electrical and hydraulic equipment that will perform systems analysis information development technical writing data conversions and graphics preparation while providing solutions for todays sophisticated delivery requirements.
Our Technical Services team utilizes the most up-to-date and appropriate software and systems to undertake and complete your project. We know current documentation standards and specifications including the ever-evolving S1000D specification.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
We are seeking a qualified and motivated Technical Illustrator to join our team in a full-time on-site capacity. This position is based in Evansville Ohio and requires daily in-person attendance. Remote work or telecommuting is not authorized for this role. The ideal candidate will bring a strong commitment to collaboration communication and hands-on engagement with our team and operations. If you thrive in a dynamic in-person work environment and are ready to contribute to impactful projects we encourage you to apply. You will also be responsible for the following:
Duties and Responsibilities will include:
- Develop detailed technical drawings and illustrations from engineering data CAD models and technical specifications.
- Strong illustrating background and able to create 2D illustrations from 3D models photos engineering documents and other source data.
- Collaborate with engineers product designers and technical writers to understand requirements and translate them into visual content.
- Ensure consistency with standards customer specifications and visual identity across all technical materials.
- Create exploded views assembly drawings cutaway views and schematics.
- Optimize illustrations for various formats including print digital and web-based platforms.
- Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Review analyze and determine the impact of customer comments and redlines and help the team determine actions to resolve comments and follow through with management and/or customers.
- Strong communication skills are required to interface with technical writers regarding requirements for illustrations.
- Must be detail-oriented well-organized and self-motivated.
- Must be able to learn new software tools quickly.
- Contribute to continuous improvement objectives to achieve delivery and quality goals.
- Track the status of graphic requests.
- Participate in quality checking through analysis of source data writer redlines and customer specifications.
- Complete assigned training promptly.
- Proactively addresses workflow production connectivity and software issues.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Required Qualifications:
- 2 or 4-year degree/or equivalent experience.
- 3 years experience in developing technical illustrations for commercial or military programs (SVG CGM etc.).
- Experience as a Technical Illustrator Graphic Designer or a similar role.
- Portfolio showcasing technical illustration work.
- Proficiency in illustration and design tools such as Adobe Illustrator Photoshop and CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD or similar).
- Solid understanding of engineering drawings and 3D modeling principles.
- Familiar with S1000D specification.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to simplify complex technical concepts.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Strong relationship-building decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in pressure situations and to meet tight deadlines.
- Strong computer skills and proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
- US Citizenship - Required
- Security Clearance- Active Secret - Required or the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance. U.S.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficiency with VizEx technical illustration software
- Turbine Engine experience
- A&P Certification
As a Dayton T. Brown employee you can expect a fun working environment that provides security career advancement and so much more such as:
- Tuition reimbursement
- A stable successful organization
- Innovative work environment
- Advancement potential
- Private medical vision and dental insurance
- Profit sharing 401K with company match!
- Work/Life balance and family values.
Dayton T. Brown Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - Veterans and Disabled