CAD Designer - 1st Shift

Crown Battery Manufacturing Co•Fremont, OH

12d•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The CAD Specialist position is responsible for creating, converting, revising, and maintaining engineering drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks and related CAD software. This position will develop manufacturing-ready drawings from PDF files, sketches, customer-supplied documents, legacy drawings, and engineering concepts. The CAD Specialist will create and maintain accurate solid models, assemblies, and detailed drawings that support manufacturing, sales, and engineering projects.

Requirements

Strong SolidWorks proficiency
3D solid modeling and assembly design
Engineering drawing creation and interpretation
Attention to detail and accuracy
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Minimum of 2 years CAD drafting and modeling experience
Experience converting PDF drawings into production-ready CAD drawings
Experience creating and managing 3D solid models and assemblies

Nice To Haves

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) knowledge preferred
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, CAD Design, or related field preferred
SolidWorks certification preferred
Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered

Responsibilities

Create 2D and 3D CAD drawings using SolidWorks and other approved design software.
Convert PDF drawings, hand sketches, and legacy documents into fully detailed CAD drawings and solid models.
Create and maintain part models, assemblies, and fabrication drawings.
Produce detailed manufacturing drawings including dimensions, tolerances, materials, finish requirements, and bill of materials information.
Develop and maintain engineering documentation and drawing standards.
Revise existing drawings and models to reflect engineering changes and process improvements.
Verify drawing accuracy through comparison to physical parts, existing equipment, customer documents, and engineering requirements.
Support manufacturing by providing production drawings, layouts, assembly aids, and fabrication details.
Collaborate with engineering, facilities, maintenance, and operations personnel to develop solutions for equipment and process improvements.
Maintain electronic drawing files and revision history in accordance with company document control procedures.
Assist in reverse engineering existing components and assemblies when drawings are unavailable.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary engineering information and designs.
Be familiar with and compliant with the systems, procedures, and documentation of the Company Quality System and how it relates to this position and company quality objectives.
Understanding and following policies, procedures, and work instructions.
Identifying and reporting product, process, and quality system non-conformities to appropriate personnel.
Supporting implementation of corrective, preventive, and continuous improvement actions.
Maintaining accurate drawing records and revision control documentation.