School to Work - CAD Designer

Cummins • Troy, MI

2h • Hybrid

About The Position

The School to Work CAD Designer supports the Engineering team in Troy, Michigan. The role assists with the design and detailing of AWD bevel wheel end axle and Front Drive Steer Axle components for new product development. Working with senior designers and engineering teams, the designer helps develop and update drawings, models, and documentation that meet quality and performance requirements.

The position also supports sustaining engineering by helping investigate design improvements, implement updates, and maintain product documentation. It provides hands-on experience with engineering design processes, CAD tools, and cross-functional collaboration on real-world projects. Work includes in-office and remote activities in a hybrid environment, with regular in-office participation Monday through Thursday and remote-work flexibility on Fridays. A minimum of 15 hours per week is required.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an engineering-related degree program, pursuing Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related engineering degree.
• Interest in mechanical design, product development, or drivetrain systems.
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to apply engineering principles to design and detailing activities.
• Proficiency with CAD and engineering drawing fundamentals to create and maintain product models, drawings, and documentation.
• Attention to detail and a quality-focused approach to engineering deliverables.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with senior designers, engineers, and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage priorities and work independently in a hybrid environment while meeting timelines and business needs.
• Exposure to engineering design principles, mechanical systems, and product development processes through coursework, projects, or prior work experience.
• Experience using or familiarity with CAD software such as Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar to create and modify 3D models and engineering drawings.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and mechanical design documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge, solve problems, and collaborate effectively within a team setting.

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship, co-op, project team, or hands-on experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and detailing AWD bevel wheel end axle and Front Drive Steer Axle components for new product development.
• Collaborate with senior designers and engineering teams to develop and update drawings, models, and documentation.
• Support sustaining engineering by helping investigate design improvements, implement updates, and maintain product documentation.
• Apply and develop technical skills using engineering design processes and CAD tools while contributing to project work.
• Participate in in-office and remote work activities and support project deliverables in a collaborative engineering environment.
• Manage priorities and work independently while meeting project timelines and business needs.
• Work a minimum of 15 hours per week, with regular in-office participation Monday through Thursday and remote-work flexibility on Fridays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern