CAD Designer I

Primary Function:

The CAD Designer I creates and maintains engineering drawings, CAD models, and assemblies, and manages Product Engineering Requests (PERs) and Engineering Change Order (ECO) documentation, ensuring engineering data is accurate, standards-compliant, and properly maintained in the Fusion/Vault PLM and Oracle ERP systems.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with engineers and cross functional teams to develop robust 3D models and detail drawings of complex mechanical components/assemblies
• Prepares, creates, and maintains moderately complex engineering drawings, CAD models, assemblies, and related product documentations with supervision.
• Manages assigned Product Engineering Requests (PERs)
• Prepares simple to large Engineering Change Order (ECO) documentation
• Supports engineering change activities through the application of drafting standards, basic GD&T, and basic tolerance analysis
• Ensures engineering data is accurate, compliant with company standards and properly maintained within our Fusion and Vault PLM system as well as Oracle ERP system.
• Participates in design review activities
• Creates prototype components/assemblies for testing and pre-production activities
• Assist project leaders with costing analysis for new/revised parts and assemblies as needed per the ECO

Job Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in Drafting and Design, Engineering Technology, or equivalent required
• 0-3 years’ experience in Drafting and Design
• Experience using solid modeling software such as Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo, etc. required
• Working knowledge of PLM/PDM systems such as Vault and/or Fusion preferred
• Familiarity with BOM structure using an ERP system such as Oracle or SAP preferred
• General understanding of injection molding, stamping, and other manufacturing processes preferred
• General understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5 standards preferred
• General understanding of tolerance stack-up analysis and its impact on form, fit and function
• Ability to manage time, work effectively, and drive projects and initiatives to completion; self-motivated
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn
• Confidentially executes tasks and seeks guidance appropriately when needed