Engineering Specialist II (CAD Designer)

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems•Colchester, VT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Specialist II (CAD Designer) is responsible for using Pro/ENGINEER (Pro/E) Creo to create and maintain 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and product definition data that support the design, development, and sustainment of GDOTS products. This role focuses on delivering high quality, manufacturable designs while adhering to established CAD, drafting, and product definition standards. The candidate will support model-based design practices, contribute to the development and refinement of CAD/PDM/PLM standards, and collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and other elements of cross functional program teams. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate, consistent, and efficient product definition throughout the product lifecycle.

Requirements

Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Able to manage priorities and complete tasks in accordance with project requirements and milestones
Able to discuss technical issues and communicate effectively with engineers, designers, management and other functions
Oral and written communication skills.
Critical thinking.
Analytical thinking.
Problem solving skills.
Mathematic skills.
Computer skills.
Technical expertise.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the use of solid modeling CAD solutions
Exposure to GD&T fundamentals

Responsibilities

Applies standard engineering techniques to design, analyze, test, maintain, repair, or improve products, components, or assemblies.
Analyzes, develops and evaluates systems.
Improves and maintains current systems or creates brand new projects.
Designs and drafts blueprints, visits systems in the field and manages projects.
Applies engineering techniques and analyses within the scope of the assignment.
Planning, developing and documenting conceptual and detailed product design information by creating CAD models, drawings and schematics.
Assist with Change Notice creation and implementation.
Perform tolerance studies.
Assist with root cause analysis efforts.
Collaborate with other departments, suppliers, customers and locations as needed.
Active participant in safety related topics.
Active participant in continuous improvement initiatives.