CAD Designer

Orange EV; Arkansas City (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange EV seeks a CAD Designer to create and manage electrical and mechanical CAD models and drawings for current and future products. You will develop 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings using Autodesk Inventor and manage data in Vault.

You will build iLogic rules to automate design workflows, ensure GD&T compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturability and efficiency across programs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of product design/CAD experience.
• GD&T understanding and standard drafting practices.
• DFM experience across machining, plastics, sheet metal, and castings.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• iLogic automation experience is highly valued.
• Familiarity with PDM/PLM processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare top-down models and basic drawings/CAD models for new and existing products.
• Create detailed drawings and CAD models for components and subassemblies.
• Apply GD&T with guidance.
• Develop 3D models, assemblies, and drawings using Autodesk Inventor.
• Build and maintain iLogic rules, automation scripts, and configuration-driven models.
• Manage CAD data, revisions, and workflows in Autodesk Vault.
• Create and update BOMs and engineering documentation.
• Support engineering teams with design modifications and prototyping updates.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Quality teams to ensure manufacturability.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to engineering best practices.
• Troubleshoot Inventor/iLogic/Vault issues and provide support.

Skills

Autodesk Inventor

iLogic automation

Autodesk Vault

GD&T

3D modeling

Mechanical design

Education

Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Design

CAD Technology certification

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Autodesk Vault

iLogic

Job description

Join Orange EV , a fast-growing manufacturer of electric vehicles that are better for the earth, people and the bottom line. Make a difference for the world as part of a company leading the electric vehicle revolution.

Position Summary

The CAD Designer is responsible for creating and managing electrical and mechanical system and component CAD models and drawings for current and future model programs.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepare Top-down models and basic design drawings/CAD models for new and existing products
• Create detailed drawings and CAD models for components and subassemblies.
• Apply geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T) with guidance.
• We are seeking a highly skilled CAD Designer with strong experience in Autodesk Inventor, iLogic automation, and Autodesk Vault data management. This role will support engineering and product development by creating detailed 3D models, drawings, and automated design tools that improve efficiency and accuracy across mechanical design workflows.
• Develop 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings using Autodesk Inventor.
• Build and maintain iLogic rules, automation scripts, and configuration driven models to streamline design processes.
• Manage CAD data, revisions, and workflows in Autodesk Vault (Vault Basic/Workgroup/Professional depending on environment).
• Create and update BOMs, engineering documentation, and controlled files.
• Support engineering teams with design modifications, prototyping updates, and manufacturability improvements.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Quality) to ensure accurate and manufacturable designs.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to the development of engineering best practices.
• Troubleshoot Inventor/iLogic/Vault issues and provide design related technical support to other team members.

Position Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Design, CAD Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 7+ years of product design/CAD experience
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Inventor (part modeling, assemblies, drawing creation).
• Hands‑on experience with iLogic for automation, parameter-driven modeling, and rules development.
• Working knowledge of Autodesk Vault for CAD file management, revision control, and release workflows.
• Understanding of GD&T, standard drafting practices, and mechanical design principles.
• Ability to apply design manufacturing (DFM) across processes like machining, plastics, sheet metal, and castings.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Ideal Candidates Will Also Have

• Experience with scripting in VBA or similar languages for advanced iLogic automation.
• Prior experience in tool, equipment, or mechanical product design environments.
• Familiarity with PDM/PLM processes and structured engineering release workflows.

Orange EV is an Equal Opportunity Employers and seek diversity in candidates for employment. EEO Employer W/M/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity