CAD Librarian / ECAD-MCAD Integration Specialist

nLIGHT • Longmont, CO

43d • $110,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a leading developer of Directed Energy systems, a top modernization priority for the Department of Defense. Our High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome significant challenges in deploying high energy laser solutions to the United States military and its allies. As a vertically integrated business, we leverage internal capabilities from semiconductor devices to target identification to create high-performance, cost-effective systems. We are committed to investing in capabilities, facilities, and technology to deliver cutting-edge HEL solutions to the warfighter. This role offers an opportunity to work at the forefront of the HEL industry within a culture of excellence and commitment. nLIGHT is headquartered in Camas, Washington, and is publicly listed on NASDAQ (LASR).

Requirements

• Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in CAD library management, ECAD/MCAD design, or an integrated electrical/mechanical engineering data management role.
• Expert-level proficiency in Altium Designer, including schematic capture, PCB layout, component footprint authoring (IPC-7351), and component vault/PDM management.
• Familiarity with GITLAB and/or Jira.
• Demonstrated experience with Altium's cable and harness design environment, including wire list authoring, connector pin mapping, harness schematic documentation, and manufacturing output generation.
• Proficiency with Altium CoDesigner for ECAD/MCAD bidirectional data exchange, specifically the conversion of Altium harness designs into SolidWorks 3D harness models.
• Expert-level proficiency in SolidWorks including parametric part and assembly modeling, drawing detailing, and SolidWorks PDM (Professional or Standard).
• Strong working knowledge of PLM/PDM data structures: BOM management, item lifecycle, revision control, and engineering change workflows.
• Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-7351, IPC-2221, IPC/WHMA-A-620), ASME Y14.5 GD&T, and MIL spec parts.
• All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in aerospace, defense, industrial electronics, or high-reliability electromechanical product development environments.
• CSWE (Certified SolidWorks Expert) or relevant SolidWorks certification.
• Altium Certified Designer credential or equivalent Altium platform certification.
• Knowledge of general wire harness construction and mechanical part types.
• Understanding of ITAR/EAR data control requirements as applied to engineering data management systems.
• Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Harness & Systems Integration: Proficient in Altium Cable & Harness design, wire list authoring, and connector pin mapping; expert at tracing engineering intent from schematic through 3D routing and BOM.
• ECAD/MCAD Synchronization: Advanced use of Altium CoDesigner for harness-to-3D conversion and bidirectional change management with SolidWorks (Model Based Design & Large Assembly Management).
• Standards & Compliance: Deep knowledge of IPC-7351, IPC-2221, IPC/WHMA-A-620, ASME Y14.5, and AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality environments.
• Data & Lifecycle Management: Experienced with SolidWorks PDM Professional, SharePoint, and Git version control; focused on library governance and integration automation.
• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Effective communicator across electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams; skilled at managing competing priorities in fast-paced contract environments.
• Quality & Detail Orientation: Rigorous attention to detail regarding pin-level data accuracy and footprint dimensions across interconnected design environments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level