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Position Overview

A CAD Specialist uses computer-aided design (CAD) software to develop technical drawings, blueprints, or other schematics. Job duties include translating technical documents into a drawing, evaluating technical design parameters, and working directly with architects, engineers, and other construction professionals. A career as a CAD Specialist requires some formal qualifications and education, typically a degree in computer science, computer-aided design, or a related field. Job duties:
  • Support a range of engineering activities for new product development.
  • Design, develop, and test simple to moderate complexity assembly and test fixtures.
  • Assist R&D Engineers with product development by rapidly prototyping designs, evaluating design performance, troubleshooting, and understanding failure modes, proposing design improvements.
  • Update CAD drawings.
  • Modify and perform mechanical drawings updates for initial release in collaboration with the R&D Engineering team.
  • Manage, review, and update CAD files in accordance to MicroVention CAD standards.
  • Assist BEX-PLM team with training of Windchill-CAD requirements and procedures.
  • Troubleshoot user-related Windchill-CAD issues.
  • Review and perform Windchill-CAD management related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Job Details

    1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanics, Electro-Mechanics, Industrial Design or related.
    2. Strong ability in the use of SOLIDWORKS Computer Aided Design (CAD) software.
    3. Substantial understanding of drafting principles, techniques, and procedures.
    4. Good understanding of the ASME Y14.5M-2009 drawing standards.
    5. Solid understanding of general manufacturing processes.
    6. Experience designing, building, and preparing prototypes, sub-assemblies, feasibility test units, and samples.
    7. Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
    Desired Qualifications
    1. Experience designing, building, and preparing prototypes, sub-assemblies, feasibility test units, and samples.
    2. Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
    3. Good written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.
    4. Ability to work both independently and as a team member with minimal direction.
    5. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with the team is essential.
    6. Ability to plan, organize, and manage time effectively.
    7. Proficiency in general Microsoft applications including MS Word and Excel.
    8. Medical device industry experience is preferred.