Senior CAD Designer

Steelcase Inc.•Grand Rapids, MI

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior CAD Designer performs large, complex mechanical design assignments related to creating, developing, and improving product designs. Under limited supervision, the role collaborates with engineers, mechanical designers, manufacturing, suppliers, marketing, and industrial design. Results receive detailed review, particularly at key decisions and major milestones. The position also fulfills specific R.O.I. responsibilities. The role conceives mechanical designs and supports design analysis, intent, and verification; maintains product technical integrity through sound mechanical and fabrication principles; creates CAD models for design and engineering analysis; and uses mechanical design process tools for design and verification. It prepares and verifies complete, accurate design documentation, supports engineers, colleagues, and customers, and contributes to department and corporation goals. The designer follows Steelcase’s quality system and applicable procedures and standards, contributes to initiatives, positively influences peers, and develops a professional development plan with management.

Requirements

Associate degree in Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent work experience.
5–7+ years of experience supporting product design, tooling, molds, fixtures, automation equipment, or custom machinery.
Demonstrated proficiency with CAD software.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with PTC Creo or SolidWorks.
Experience with Windchill.
Experience with design change management and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).

Responsibilities

Perform large, complex mechanical design assignments related to product creation, development, and improvement.
Conceive mechanical designs and perform mechanical design analysis, intent, and verification.
Maintain product technical integrity through sound application of mechanical design and fabrication principles and verification activities.
Create CAD models for mechanical design analysis, engineering analysis, and other uses; use mechanical design process tools for design and verification.
Create mechanical design documentation packages and verify their accuracy and completeness.
Support mechanical engineers, team members, and customers, coordinating contributions to meet goals and objectives.
Support department and corporation goals through effective involvement and contribution, including special assignments.
Comply with Steelcase’s quality system and applicable procedures and standards, ensuring quality deliverables.
Assist with the technical portion of initiatives and positively influence peers through effective interpersonal skills.
Define and implement a professional development plan with management.