CAD Designer, Level 2

AirReps•WALLER, TX

About The Position

The CAD Designer develops 3D models and 2D production drawings and layouts using NX or Creo. The role plans, coordinates, and reviews engineering CAD design changes before submission to a checker or supervisor, and designs new and existing models with design for manufacturability in mind. The designer maintains accurate CAD designs and bills of materials, creates bills of material from 3D CAD models using a PLM system, and modifies or revises designs to address deficiencies and reduce production issues. The position also manages and resolves CAD-related issues and tasks, updates drawings from sketches, notes, and verbal instructions, and works with cross-functional teams on additional projects supporting business needs. Work is performed under close supervision, within well-defined instructions and established procedures. The role reports to a CAD Supervisor or CAD Manager and has no people-management responsibilities.

Requirements

Proficiency in creating medium-to-complex 3D models and 2D layouts, including sheet metal and/or piping, using NX or Creo.
Ability to modify and revise designs to address deficiencies or reduce production issues.
Strong understanding of bills of materials for functional products.
Mechanical design background with hands-on experience.
Ability to resolve CAD-related issues and tasks.
Ability to perform CAD assembly interference detection reports.
Knowledge of product design and engineering change processes.
Experience with PLM systems such as Team Center or SAP.
Willingness to learn and apply new technology.
Ability to read and interpret design standards, procedures, and safety rules.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong coordination and teamwork skills.
Proficiency in basic computer skills, such as MS Office.
Good judgment, work ethics, and integrity.
2–5 years of experience in sheet metal design, equipment design, or design for manufacturability.
Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or certificate in CAD design or Mechanical Design Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop 3D models and 2D production drawings and layouts using NX or Creo.
Plan, coordinate, and review engineering CAD design changes before submission to a checker or supervisor.
Design new and existing 3D models based on design for manufacturability (DFM).
Maintain attention to detail when creating CAD designs and managing bills of materials.
Create bills of material from 3D CAD models using a PLM system, such as Team Center.
Modify and revise designs to address deficiencies or reduce production issues.
Manage and resolve CAD-related issues and tasks.
Revise, edit, and update drawings based on sketches, notes, and verbal instructions.
Work within cross-functional teams.
Perform additional projects and duties to support business needs.