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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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CAD Designer
role at
Bradford White .
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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