Principal CAD Designer

Qualifications;

• Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Design Technology, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive CAD design and drafting experience in a manufacturing, engineering, aerospace, or product development environment.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks, including part modeling, assemblies, and engineering drawing creation.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, mechanical drafting standards, and engineering documentation best practices.
• Proficiency with drafting and diagramming tools such as DraftSight, Lucidchart, Draw.io, or similar applications.
• Experience with issue tracking and workflow management tools such as Jira or equivalent systems.
• Working knowledge of engineering change control processes and configuration management principles.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications, manufacturing requirements, and technical documentation.
• Experience creating and managing BOMs and associated hardware documentation.
• Exposure to ERP and PLM systems, including platforms such as SAP, Windchill, ENOVIA, or similar solutions.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and commitment to documentation accuracy.
• Salary Range: $97K-$115K
• The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience
• Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (citizens or permanent residents) need apply for this position.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
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