Product CAD Specialist

Cummins • Stoughton, WI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a talented Product CAD Specialist to join our team specializing in Engineering team for our Stoughton, WI location. In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: Cross‑functional alignment: You will translate diverse stakeholder requirements into cohesive practices, ensuring every voice is reflected in the final process direction. High‑fidelity modeling: You will develop procedures that enable creation of accurate CAD models that support system‑level analyses, strengthening design decisions with data‑driven insight. Mechanical systems expertise: You will apply deep system understanding to develop innovative, robust processes that perform reliably across all lifecycle and business conditions. Specification leadership: You will develop procedures that produce precise models and drawings that clearly communicate design intent and meet Cummins, industry, and global standards. Structured problem solving: You will protect the customer by identifying root causes, implementing robust fixes, and preventing recurrence through systemic improvements. Relationship building: You will strengthen collaboration by forming effective networks across teams, accelerating alignment and execution. Clear communication: You will tailor technical and non‑technical messages to diverse audiences, ensuring clarity, understanding, and confident decision‑making. Decision‑driven execution: You will make timely, informed choices that keep programs moving forward and consistently deliver strong results even in complex, resource‑constrained environments.

Requirements

• Demonstrated aptitude is required.
• College, university, or equivalent Associate's degree or certification in an appropriate STEM field is required.
• Equivalent Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline area may be required for select roles.
• Prior Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience in a relevant discipline area is required with a demonstrated track record of technical problem solving and quality decision making.
• Requires significant relevant work experience (e.g.- experience as a design technician and/or CAD administrator) or specialized skills obtained through education, training, or on-the-job experience.
• Demonstrated track record of technical problem solving and quality decision making.
• Knowledge of PTC Creo and PTC Windchill PLM/CDM is required.
• Ability to use specialized engineering knowledge to define, document, and manage product designs while enabling efficient CAD‑driven product definition across the organization.
• Proficiency in evaluating, approving, and validating Windchill PLM functionality—including defect fixes, enhancements, and CES‑specific requirements—to ensure robust CAD data management.
• Deep working knowledge of PTC Creo and Windchill PLM/CDM systems, including ModelCHECK, Gatekeeper, and CDM data models.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of MS Office and CREO tools is preferred.
• Experience using CAD models to support practices outside of drawing creation (e.g.- analysis, parametrized automation, tooling creation, product inspection, etc.) is preferred.
• Knowledge of MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.) is preferred.
• Working knowledge of MS Office tools to support documentation, communication, and presentation of engineering standards and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Translate diverse stakeholder requirements into cohesive practices, ensuring every voice is reflected in the final process direction.
• Develop procedures that enable creation of accurate CAD models that support system-level analyses, strengthening design decisions with data-driven insight.
• Apply deep system understanding to develop innovative, robust processes that perform reliably across all lifecycle and business conditions.
• Develop procedures that produce precise models and drawings that clearly communicate design intent and meet Cummins, industry, and global standards.
• Protect the customer by identifying root causes, implementing robust fixes, and preventing recurrence through systemic improvements.
• Strengthen collaboration by forming effective networks across teams, accelerating alignment and execution.
• Tailor technical and non-technical messages to diverse audiences, ensuring clarity, understanding, and confident decision-making.
• Make timely, informed choices that keep programs moving forward and consistently deliver strong results even in complex, resource-constrained environments.
• Set a clear vision for CAD quality, practices, and data management, and to independently lead ambiguous, high-impact initiatives that shape how the organization defines product design.
• Develop, improve, and govern CAD and CDM processes, work instructions, and system functionality—especially within PTC Creo and Windchill—to ensure consistent, high-quality modeling and data control.
• Align designers, engineers, administrators, and governance councils around shared standards, system changes, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Train and support users at all levels, enabling them to model effectively, manage data correctly, and adopt evolving tools and practices.
• Define, document, and manage a product’s design using specialized knowledge of applied technology.
• Create and maintain CAD and CDM standards, modeling practices, and tools that elevate design quality and support automated optimization.
• Evaluate, approve, and validate Windchill PLM functionality—including defect fixes, enhancements, and CES‑specific requirements—to ensure robust CAD data management.
• Participate in XBU councils and teams to align strategy, training, governance, and continuous improvement across CAD practices and data management.
• Apply CAD models beyond drawings—such as for analysis, automation, tooling, and inspection—to support broader engineering workflows.
• Diagnose complex issues, make quality decisions, and progress independently while maintaining high standards.
• Coach designers and technicians at all experience levels in CAD modeling, standards, and data management practices.
• Evolve product knowledge, improve systems, and identify opportunities to enhance CAD and CDM processes.

Benefits

• The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree