Design Standard Technician

Caterpillar Inc.•Rapid City, SD

4d•$29 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

The Design Standard Technician prepares detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information. The designs support the successful production of quality products on the factory floor. The role offers hands-on work, collaboration, and exposure to new technologies to build technical capabilities. The position is based at Caterpillar’s Engineering Design Center in Rapid City, South Dakota, and requires working onsite five days per week, Monday through Friday. Domestic relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available.

Requirements

Effective communication skills, including accurately transmitting, receiving, and interpreting ideas, information, and needs.
Ability to work cooperatively toward shared goals and support others at all levels.
Knowledge of computer-aided design and engineering tools and techniques, including the ability to produce, analyze, simulate, and test product design drafts.
Initiative, including proactively taking action on responsibilities and challenges, seeking out work, and pursuing goals.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical background in automotive or machinery.
Practical experience using Creo and SolidWorks.
Familiarity with reading blueprints.
Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

Work directly with customers to determine project scopes and timelines, ensuring projects are delivered on time and at a high quality level.
Use Creo to create or modify 3D models and engineering drawings for manufacturing.
Assist engineers in troubleshooting designs and drawings.
Maintain engineering release and change documentation.
Interface with internal and external customers and suppliers.