CAD & PLM Support Specialist

Times Microwave Systems•Wallingford, CT

About The Position

The CAD & PLM Support Specialist supports the Connector Design Team by creating accurate mechanical drawings, models, and assemblies in SolidWorks and maintaining associated product data in the PLM system. The role supports documentation accuracy, revision control, and product lifecycle activities for connector design and development. The specialist creates and updates 2D and 3D drawings and models for connector components, assemblies, and tooling; prepares assembly layouts, exploded views, and bills of materials; and ensures dimensional accuracy, tolerancing, and drafting standards. The position also maintains part metadata, revisions, documentation, and BOM structures in the PLM system and supports Engineering Change Orders and related workflows. The role works with connector design, manufacturing engineering, quality, and supply chain teams. It includes troubleshooting SolidWorks models, drawings, and PLM data; following company standards and configuration-management requirements; contributing to improvements in drafting and data accuracy; and organizing tasks to meet deadlines in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Requirements

Proficiency in SolidWorks, including creating models, parts, assemblies, and fully detailed engineering drawings.
Understanding of mechanical design principles, GD&T, and manufacturing processes related to connector components.
Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications, schematics, and product requirements.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, consistent documentation.
Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate within a cross-functional design team.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting, or equivalent experience.
Experience with ERP or MRP systems.
Experience using a PLM system such as Manage, Agile, Arena, Teamcenter, Windchill, or similar.
Familiarity with industry drafting standards such as ASME Y14.5.
Understanding of connector design principles or experience with similar precision mechanical components.

Responsibilities

Create and update 2D and 3D SolidWorks drawings and models for connector components, assemblies, and related tooling.
Develop assembly layouts, exploded views, and bills of materials to support engineering and manufacturing needs.
Ensure dimensional accuracy, correct tolerancing, and compliance with drafting standards appropriate for connector design.
Enter, maintain, and verify PLM product data, including part metadata, revisions, documentation, and BOM structures.
Support Engineering Change Orders by preparing revised drawings, updating documentation and change records, and completing PLM workflow tasks.
Collaborate with the Connector Design Team, manufacturing engineering, quality, and supply chain to align documentation with design intent.
Maintain compliance with company standards, PLM workflows, and configuration-management requirements.
Troubleshoot SolidWorks models, drawing issues, and PLM data inconsistencies.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to connector drafting practices and data accuracy.
Organize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced engineering environment.