Associate CAD Designer

Permobil • Pasco, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Permobil is hiring an Associate CAD Designer to support engineering design systems, engineering change management, product data, and CAD modeling. The role uses EPDM, SolidWorks, SolidWorks Composer, and DriveWorks, and collaborates with teams across the organization to integrate CAD/EPDM with ERP and other enterprise systems. It also supports view-only software users in Customer Service and Supply Chain and coordinates with the Value Added Reseller on system issues, enhancements, and upgrades.

The designer creates and maintains bills of materials, structures, routings, product data templates, and engineering change orders across EPDM and ERP systems. The role also creates solid part and assembly models for machined components, welded tube assemblies, sheet metal assemblies, and molded parts. The position is full-time and located in Pasco, Washington, with a stated pay range of $21.00 to $23.50 per hour.

The work requires computer use for more than eight hours per day and extended periods viewing objects and drawings. The employee is expected to maintain professionalism, regular attendance, and deadlines.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Expertise in SolidWorks functionality and enterprise-level CAD/EPDM administration.
• Three to five years of experience.
• Ability to generate production engineering drawings compliant with ISO GPS and/or ANSI Y14.5-2009 standards.
• High competency with 3D modeling software systems, preferably SolidWorks.
• Competence with software applications such as Microsoft Office.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work on multiple projects at once.
• Ability to work independently and be a self-starter.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work at a computer for more than eight hours per day and view objects and drawings for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Certified Enterprise PDM Administrator Certification (CEPA) is a plus.
• Experience in product design, product development processes, and overall engineering practices preferred.
• Basic project management skills; project management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use engineering software, including EPDM, SolidWorks, SolidWorks Composer, and DriveWorks.
• Maintain workflows and best practices for engineering change management.
• Support CAD/EPDM integrations with ERP and other enterprise systems in a collaborative environment.
• Support CAD/EPDM software use by view-only users in Customer Service and Supply Chain.
• Work with the Value Added Reseller to resolve issues, develop and enhance system functions, and coordinate major system changes and upgrades.
• Create and maintain bills of materials, structures, and routings across EPDM and ERP systems.
• Create and manage Engineering Change Orders as part of a cross-functional team.
• Create and maintain product data templates, including part and drawing files.
• Create solid part and assembly models for machined components, welded tube assemblies, sheet metal assemblies, and molded parts.
• Maintain professionalism, regular attendance, and deadlines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning on the first day.
• HSA contribution matching up to $1,600 per year.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 100% employer match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2%, with immediate vesting; traditional and Roth options.
• Generous PTO policies.
• 100% employer-paid LTD, STD, and life insurance plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED