CAD Designer

DesignerThe Designer supports the Design, Development, and Sustaining (Product) Engineering effort by utilizing design tools to perform various activities relating to the physical design, composition, and function of component parts and end products. Responsibilities include technical document management and control, as well as performing a broad range of engineering and product cost analysis.Responsibilities:Works in a team setting with all departments from Purchasing to Manufacturing, but closest with Engineers, Project Managers, and Lab TechniciansCollaborates with engineers to develop robust 3D models and detail drawings of complex mechanical components/assembliesPrepares/creates/revises complex 3D components/assemblies using Autodesk productsApplies design for assembly (DFA) and design for manufacturing (DFM) conceptsPerforms complex tolerance analysis and validationParticipates in design review activitiesCan critique designs for safety, manufacturability, failure modes, customer functionCreates prototype components/assemblies for testing and pre-production activitiesPrepares Engineering Change Orders (ECO's) and other related engineering documentation for new/revised components/assembliesUnderstands Bills of Materials (BOM's) and creates/changes as needed based on project scopeAssist project leaders with costing analysis for new/revised parts and assemblies as needed per the ECOCreative, self-motivated, problem solving, team player with the ability to meet deadlinesJob Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Product Design or Design Technology and 3+ years of experience or an Associate's degree in Drafting/Design Technology and 5+ years of experienceAdvanced Knowledge of Autodesk productsAdvanced Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), sheet metal part design, weld assemblies, and plastic part designPLM/PDM platform experience preferredAbility to manage time, work effectively, and self-motivatedStrong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.