CAD Librarian

Garmin International in; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin International is seeking a full-time CAD Librarian for its Olathe location. The role involves maintaining a component library for mechanical and PCB designs, collaborating closely with engineers, and ensuring model compliance with Garmin standards. Ideal candidates will have a technical school background or relevant experience, and knowledge of CAD tools and PCB processes.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in electronic assembly or repair, or equivalent education.
• Experience with component modeling.
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Responsibilities

• Maintain/support global library database within established Garmin standards.
• Publish library parts to global eCAD library for design use.
• Verify/validate component models created by other librarians.

Skills

Understanding of surface mount and through-hole electronic components

Proficiency with eCAD and/or MCAD tools

Ability to interpret Manufacturer Data Sheets

Knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes

Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications

Education

Technical School graduate

Tools

Cadence

SolidWorks

OnShape

Catia

Job description

We are seeking a full-time CAD Librarian in our Salem, OR or our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for creating component models and archiving them to the global eCAD and/or mCAD library for use in mechanical and Printed Circuit Board (PCB) designs for all of Garmin's segments worldwide.

Essential Functions

• Maintain/support a global library database within established Garmin standards.
• Work closely with Design Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Component Engineers, and Process Engineers to create and/or source component models.
• Publish library parts to the global eCAD library for use in electrical/mechanical designs.
• Process CAD Library requests for new parts and analyze/modify existing library models for improved readability of schematics or manufacturability of components.
• Verify/validate component models created by other librarians for accuracy and compliance with Garmin standards.
• Participate in usability testing and validation of CAD tools and engineering processes.
• Assist with user support of tools/processes used for the library change control system.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency, commitment, and focus on the right priorities.
• Practice Garmin's and PCB Design Team's Mission/Vision Statement and exhibit enthusiasm for Garmin's success.

Basic Qualifications

• Technical School graduate OR at least 3 years of experience in electronic assembly or repair, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Understanding of surface mount and through-hole electronic components.
• Proficiency with eCAD and/or MCAD tools.
• Ability to interpret Manufacturer Data Sheets.
• Knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with component modeling.
• Experience with Cadence.
• Experience with SolidWorks, OnShape, or Catia.
• Experience with SolidWorks PDM or similar Product Data Management systems.
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Working knowledge of various electronic components and circuit theory.

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age, or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits.