CAD Designer

TotalEnergies; Town of Grand Rapids (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

A leading energy provider located in Grand Rapids, Wisconsin is seeking a design professional responsible for 3D modelling and product design. The ideal candidate should possess strong interpersonal skills and experience in CAD. Essential duties include managing design files, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and providing accurate designs based on sketches. The role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive health benefits, along with generous paid time off and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively with engineers and plant personnel.
• Must be open to feedback and adapt designs as needed.
• Five years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for 3D modelling and product design.
• Manage 2D and 3D design files and revisions.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Ability to define problems

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Minimum associate degree in drafting or CAD

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

UGNX CAD software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for 3D modelling, product prints, details and assemblies
• Prepare clear, complete and accurate designs and detail drawings from rough or detailed sketches provided by development engineers.
• Manage all 2D and 3D design files and track revisions.
• Facilitate CAD & print transfers, ensuring the latest revisions are sent to GM via Teamcenter.
• Complete tasks assigned by the Program Team.
• Apply practical knowledge of manufacturing design standards for aluminum castings/extrusion, stampings, rubber injection molding, plastic injection molding, cold heading, forging, etc.
• Apply Hutchinson’s health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Qualifications

Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to communicate well with engineers and other plant and office personnel. Must also have good attention to detail and accuracy. Must have excellent computer skills with a working knowledge of the materials and processes used to manufacture the components in order to effectively design using established standards and best practices. Must be open to new ideas, accept critical technical critique of the design work completed, and be able to accept and complete multiple changes driven by both customer and internal influences.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent.
• Minimum associate degree in drafting, CAD or equivalent.
• Five years of related experience.

Mathematical Skills

Entry level math skills.

Computer Skills

Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite and UGNX CAD software. Working knowledge of FEA requirements and processes to deliver usable models to the CAE group.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret extensive technical instructions in verbal or sketch form and process several abstract and concrete variables. Must be able to assess feasibility of the design work performed.

Physical Demands

Frequently sit for extended periods; walk; use hands for handling; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment

The employee will be in a shared office cubicle environment with occasional tasks in lab and manufacturing environments. Personal protective equipment such as hearing protection, safety glasses, and safety shoes may be required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation reflecting skills, experience, and contributions.
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Company‑paid coverage: long‑term disability, short‑term disability, life insurance, and AD&D.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Global opportunities and local impact.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hutchinson is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Inclusion and Data Privacy

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