Sr. CAD Designer - SD&E

Job Summary

The Senior CAD Designer will be responsible for collaborating with engineering teams to create and modify complex component designs, develop detailed drawings, and manage engineering data. This role requires expertise in CAD design, specifically in Creo Parametric, and proficiency with Windchill PDMLink for data management. The Senior Designer will play a key role in ensuring product designs meet quality standards, are delivered on time, and comply with engineering requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Design & Documentation: Work directly with the Engineering team to create, modify, and finalize designs for complex components and assemblies. Incorporate engineering change orders (ECOs) and develop detailed drawing packages that align with project requirements.
• CAD Modeling: Utilize Creo Parametric to create and revise solid models of components and assemblies. Ensure models are accurate, manufacturable, and meet functional specifications.
• Drawing Management: Develop and release detailed 2D drawings from solid models, ensuring that all drawings are in compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and customer requirements.
• Data Management: Manage, promote, and release engineering data and design files using Windchill PDMLink to ensure proper revision control, document management, and accessibility of critical design information.
• Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance, to ensure the design intent is maintained throughout the product lifecycle.
• Quality Assurance: Review designs and drawings for adherence to company standards, industry best practices, and quality control processes. Address any issues promptly to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively suggest design improvements, process optimizations, and innovations to enhance product quality, manufacturability, and overall project efficiency.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of experience in mechanical design or product development, preferably within an engineering-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Creo Parametric for creating solid models, assemblies, and detailed drawings.
• Extensive experience with Windchill PDMLink or similar Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools for data management and revision control.
• Strong understanding of design for manufacturability (DFM), tolerancing (GD&T), and industry standards.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot design challenges.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes, contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.

Ensures Exceptional Customer Service:  

• Energizes the Cirrus Service Essentials  
• Strives to improve service performance. 
• Anticipates guests' needs and responds promptly.  
• Displays guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations. 
• Handles guest problems and complaints.  

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

Salary Range: From $63,680.00 USD to $95,520.00 USD

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required. 

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Salary : $63,680