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Bradford White

CAD Designer

Bradford White, Middleville, Michigan, United States, 49333

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Primary Function The Designer supports the Design, Development, and Sustaining (Product) Engineering effort by utilizing design tools to perform various activities relating to the physical design, composition, and function of component parts and end products. Responsibilities include technical document management and control, as well as performing a broad range of engineering and product cost analysis.

Responsibilities

Works in a team setting with all departments from Purchasing to Manufacturing, but closest with Engineers, Project Managers, and Lab Technicians

Collaborates with engineers to develop robust 3D models and detail drawings of complex mechanical components/assemblies

Prepares/creates/revises complex 3D components/assemblies using Autodesk products

Applies design for assembly (DFA) and design for manufacturing (DFM) concepts

Performs complex tolerance analysis and validation

Participates in design review activities

Can critique designs for safety, manufacturability, failure modes, customer function

Creates prototype components/assemblies for testing and pre-production activities

Prepares Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and other related engineering documentation for new/revised components/assemblies

Understands Bills of Materials (BOMs) and creates/changes as needed based on project scope

Assists project leaders with costing analysis for new/revised parts and assemblies as needed per the ECO

Creative, self-motivated, problem solving, team player with the ability to meet deadlines

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Product Design or Design Technology and 3+ years of experience or an Associate’s degree in Drafting/Design Technology and 5+ years of experience

Advanced Knowledge of Autodesk products

Advanced Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), sheet metal part design, weld assemblies, and plastic part design

PLM/PDM platform experience preferred

Ability to manage time, work effectively, and self-motivated

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Location Grand Rapids, MI

Salary $90,000 - $115,000

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