CAD Designer

IMI Process Automation•Irwin, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

PBM Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-performance ball valves and flow control solutions, is seeking a CAD Designer to support the design, development, and documentation of sanitary, industrial, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food and beverage, and specialty valve products. This position is responsible for creating and maintaining detailed engineering drawings, 3D models, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and manufacturing documentation for ball valves, actuators, valve components, and related assemblies. The CAD Designer works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and Supply Chain teams to ensure designs are accurate, manufacturable, cost-effective, and compliant with industry standards and customer requirements. The ideal candidate combines strong mechanical design skills with a practical understanding of machining, fabrication, assembly, and valve manufacturing processes.

Requirements

Associate degree in Mechanical Design, CAD Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field required.
Minimum of 2 years of CAD design experience in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in Creo (preferred), SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar 3D CAD software.
Strong understanding of mechanical drafting standards and engineering documentation practices.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and customer requirements.
Working knowledge of machining processes including CNC turning, milling, grinding, and assembly operations.
Understanding of tolerance stack-up analysis and GD&T principles.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related discipline preferred.
Experience within valve manufacturing, fluid handling equipment, pressure-containing products, or industrial machinery preferred.
Familiarity with ERP, PLM, or document management systems is preferred.
Knowledge of ball valve design, valve components, seals, actuators, and flow control systems preferred.
Familiarity with materials commonly used in valve manufacturing, including stainless steel, carbon steel, alloys, plastics, and elastomers.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain detailed 2D engineering drawings and 3D CAD models of ball valves, valve components, assemblies, accessories, and manufacturing tooling.
Develop part, assembly, and fabrication drawings including dimensions, tolerances, surface finishes, materials, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Generate exploded assembly views, installation drawings, service manuals, instruction sheets, and technical documentation.
Create accurate manufacturing prints that support machining, fabrication, assembly, inspection, and testing operations.
Maintain engineering records and documentation in accordance with PBM document control procedures.
Support new product development projects, product enhancements, and customer-specific valve modifications.
Revise drawings and models based on engineering change requests, manufacturing feedback, quality improvements, and customer requirements.
Participate in the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process and ensure timely implementation of revisions.
Collaborate with engineers to optimize valve designs for manufacturability, performance, reliability, and cost.
Assist with prototype development, testing support, and product validation activities.
Create technical layouts and product configurations to support customer inquiries and application requirement
Work closely with Manufacturing, CNC Programming, Production, and Quality departments to resolve design and print-related issues.
Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
Ensure designs reflect realistic manufacturing capabilities and assembly requirements.
Support root cause investigations and corrective action activities involving design-related issues.
Assist in developing fixtures, tooling, and work-holding concepts to improve manufacturing efficiency
Ensure engineering drawings comply with applicable company standards, customer specifications, and industry requirements.
Support compliance with applicable ASME, ISO, FDA, 3-A, API, and customer-specific standards where applicable.
Maintain revision control and drawing accuracy throughout the product lifecycle.
Recommend design improvements that enhance quality, manufacturability, serviceability, and cost-effectiveness.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional project teams.

Benefits

Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
14-week maternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
4-week paternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups
PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays
Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment