CAD Mechanical Designer

About the role

The CAD Designer supports the mechanical engineering test team in providing 3D and 2D CAD and modeling support for automated and manual test equipment. This includes creating detailed drawings, designing end effectors and testers, tracking redlines, and establishing CAD standards.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers by transforming engineering ideas to high quality CAD models
• Create detail assembly 3D models and 2D drawings for large equipment
• Generate part drawings for machine shops and equipment building vendors following engineering standards
• Vigilantly track redlines and modifications, ensuring the accuracy of digital twins for all equipment and machinery
• Create detail BOMs for equipment to ensure both BOM and CAD models are up to date
• Maintain teamwide PDM/PLM system
• Sustain macros and templates to improve team workflow and efficiency
• Help prepare machinery maintenance and service manuals and spare part kits

Requirements

• Over 3 years or 1000 hours of proven expertise using CAD software preferably SolidWorks, within a professional context
• Demonstrated proficiency in 3D modeling and 2D drafting, particularly for intricate, large-scale machinery
• Familiarity with GD&T principles, reading, interpreting, and applying
• Well-versed in utilizing PDM/PLM systems to streamline processes
• Proficient in popular MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Exposure to, and hands-on experience with diverse test systems and instruments, production machinery, and an array of industrial sensors and equipment preferred
• e.g., pogo-pins, pressure transducers, temperature controllers, current meters
• Familiarity with reading electrical and fluid schematics preferred
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, EPlan software packages
• Associate’s degree in a technical field, or equivalent proven experience

Qualifications

• Over 3 years or 1000 hours of proven expertise using CAD software preferably SolidWorks, within a professional context
• Demonstrated proficiency in 3D modeling and 2D drafting, particularly for intricate, large-scale machinery
• Familiarity with GD&T principles, reading, interpreting, and applying
• Well-versed in utilizing PDM/PLM systems to streamline processes
• Proficient in popular MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Exposure to, and hands-on experience with diverse test systems and instruments, production machinery, and an array of industrial sensors and equipment preferred
• e.g., pogo-pins, pressure transducers, temperature controllers, current meters
• Familiarity with reading electrical and fluid schematics preferred
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, EPlan software packages
• Associate’s degree in a technical field, or equivalent proven experience

Skills

• Proven expertise using CAD software preferably SolidWorks
• Proficiency in 3D modeling and 2D drafting
• Familiarity with GD&T principles
• Experience with PDM/PLM systems
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Hands-on experience with diverse test systems and instruments
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, EPlan software packages

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage)
• Vision plans
• HSA Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plans
• Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time
• Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program