CAD Designer
Bradford White · Middleville, MI · 3 wk ago
On-siteArt & CreativeFull-time
Responsibilities
- Works in a team setting with all departments from Purchasing to Manufacturing, but closest with Engineers, Project Managers, and Lab Technicians
- Collaborates with engineers to develop robust 3D models and detail drawings of complex mechanical components/assemblies
- Prepares/creates/revises complex 3D components/assemblies using Autodesk products
- Applies design for assembly (DFA) and design for manufacturing (DFM) concepts
- Performs complex tolerance analysis and validation
- Participates in design review activities
- Can critique designs for safety, manufacturability, failure modes, customer function
- Creates prototype components/assemblies for testing and pre-production activities
- Prepares Engineering Change Orders (ECO’s) and other related engineering documentation for new/revised components/assemblies
- Afford understanding Bills of Materials (BOM’s) and creates/changes as needed based on project scope
- Afford assist project leaders with costing analysis for new/revised parts and assemblies as needed per the ECO
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 experience
- Advanced Knowledge of Autodesk products
- Advanced Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), sheet metal part design, weld assemblies, and plastic part design
- PLM/PDM platform experience preferred
- Ability to manage time, work effectively, and self-motivated
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills