CAD Designer
Develops and modifies 3D CAD models, 2D engineering drawings, sheet metal components, and hydraulic and pneumatic routing designs for automotive and heavy equipment applications.
Job Requirements
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U.S. citizenship required.
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Minimum of 1 year of relevant mechanical design or CAD experience; candidates with an associate degree and applicable engineering internships will be considered.
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Proficiency with CATIA and/or Creo CAD software.
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Experience designing or routing hydraulic and pneumatic lines and associated components.
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Experience with automotive or heavy equipment mechanical design.
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Knowledge of sheet metal design and fabrication requirements.
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Ability to create and modify 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings.
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Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
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Ability to interpret engineering drawings, design markups, and technical specifications.
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Experience creating part layouts, mechanical assemblies, and welded subassemblies.
Preferred Skills
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Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Design, Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.
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Experience designing mechanical components for automotive, agricultural, or heavy equipment applications.
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Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic hose, tube, and line routing.
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Advanced proficiency with CATIA or Creo.
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Experience developing sheet metal parts, brackets, mounting components, and welded assemblies.
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Knowledge of mechanical packaging, component clearances, and routing constraints.
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Experience applying GD&T to engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
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Familiarity with manufacturing processes, including sheet metal forming, welding, and mechanical assembly.
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Hands-on mechanical design internship or co-op experience.
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Availability to work onsite.
Job Responsibilities
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Create and modify 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings using CATIA and/or Creo.
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Develop mechanical part layouts, medium-complexity assemblies, and welded subassemblies.
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Design and route hydraulic and pneumatic lines for automotive and heavy equipment systems.
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Develop sheet metal components and associated mechanical assemblies according to engineering requirements.
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Update existing engineering drawings based on design markups and engineering change instructions.
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Apply GD&T practices to ensure drawings accurately define dimensions, tolerances, and manufacturing requirements.
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Review updated drawings and CAD models with senior designers and engineers to verify technical accuracy.
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Evaluate component fit, routing clearances, and assembly compatibility within mechanical systems.
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Incorporate approved design changes into mechanical models, layouts, and supporting documentation.
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Support mechanical design activities involving brackets, mounting hardware, tubing, hoses, and sheet metal components.
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Verify CAD models and engineering drawings comply with applicable design standards and technical specifications.
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Coordinate design updates with engineering personnel to resolve dimensional or component integration issues.
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Maintain accurate CAD files, drawing revisions, and engineering documentation.
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Support manufacturing and product development activities through mechanical design modifications and technical drawing updates.
Pay Details: $38.00 to $43.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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