CAD Engineer - HV Dist & Charging System

DeWinter BH; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DeWinter Group in Foster City, CA is seeking a CAD Engineer specializing in HV Distribution and Charging Systems to design high-voltage enclosures, busbars, and harness routing for electric vehicles.

You will create detailed 3D CATIA V6 models and drawings, support packaging, and collaborate with Mechatronics and electrical engineers to deliver robust, manufacturable solutions.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years hands-on experience in 3D CAD modeling, preferably CATIA V6.
• Create fully parametric solids with Boolean operations and sketches.
• Understand plastic and metallic part design and manufacturing processes.
• Perform basic tolerance analyses and stack-ups.
• Knowledge of Mechatronics integration, PCB assembly, and interfaces.
• Drawings compliant with ASME Y14.5 and GD&T principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication, plus tool familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components including enclosures, brackets, and assemblies for high-voltage systems.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using CATIA V6.
• Manage updates and revisions with part and assembly owners.
• Generate parametric content for standard model libraries.
• Develop CAD for mock-ups and packaging definitions for cross-functional teams.
• Support manufacturing readiness with manufacturable designs.
• Conduct design reviews with tolerance analyses and interface checks.
• Collaborate with Mechatronics and electrical engineers to refine integrated solutions.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Parametric modeling

Tolerance analysis

Mechatronics integration

GD&T

Communication skills

ASME Y14.5 familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V6

JIRA

MS Office

Google Docs

Job description

CAD Engineer - HV Distribution & Charging System

Join a forward-thinking team at the forefront of high-voltage electrical design in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. As a CAD Engineer specializing in HV Distribution and Charging Systems, you will develop critical components that power innovative electric vehicles, impacting sustainable transportation worldwide. Your expertise will drive the design and optimization of high-voltage junction boxes, insulator trays, busbars, and harness routing—key elements necessary for cutting-edge vehicle architectures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop mechanical components including enclosures, brackets, and assemblies for high-voltage systems.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings using CATIA V6 that meet rigorous specifications.
• Manage updates and revisions of models in collaboration with part and assembly owners.
• Generate parametric content for standard model libraries to support efficient design reuse.
• Assist packaging teams by developing CAD for mock-ups, restriction geometries, and volume definitions.
• Support manufacturing readiness with robust, manufacturable designs considering plastic and metallic part processes.
• Conduct design reviews, including tolerance stack-ups and interface analyses, ensuring alignment with system requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Mechatronics and electrical engineers, to define and refine integrated solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of hands-on experience in 3D CAD modeling, preferably with CATIA V6.
• Proficiency in creating fully parametric solids, including Boolean operations and sketches.
• Strong understanding of plastic and metallic part design and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to conduct basic tolerance analyses and stack-ups.
• Knowledge of Mechatronics system integration, PCB assembly (PCBA), and interface development.
• Skilled in interpreting and generating drawings compliant with ASME Y14.5 standards and GD&T principles.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and project management tools such as JIRA.
• Customer-centric mindset with flexibility to work varied hours as needed.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with 3DX or similar advanced CAD platforms.
• Background in high-voltage or automotive electrical systems design.
• Knowledge of DFx activities and design for manufacturability considerations.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Prior experience in the automotive, transportation, or electric vehicle industry is a plus.

Additional Requirements:

• This position is based on-site in Foster City, CA, with the possibility of flexible working arrangements.
• No travel requirements.
• Valid certifications related to mechanical or electrical design are beneficial but not mandatory.

Embark on a career that powers the future of sustainable mobility, crafting the high-voltage systems that make electric vehicles safer, more reliable, and more efficient.