CAD Pattern Technician

Roush; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Sick time

STD

LTD

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Roush is seeking a CAD Pattern Technician for its Livonia, MI facility. The role uses 2D/3D CAD models to build optimized patterns for automated cutting, ensuring material utilization aligns with build schedules. Strong CAD experience and blueprint reading are essential.

You will maintain documentation, verify part accuracy, and support shop operations in a fast-paced environment while adhering to safety standards and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year CAD software experience.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed blueprints and drawings.
• Must be able to follow safety requirements.
• Able to work with others and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Create patterns using CAD software and verify fit before production.
• Communicate material usage and program requirements across teams.
• Optimize cut files to improve material utilization.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure alignment with build schedules.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and inspect equipment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Attention to documentation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or CAD training

Tools

CAD software

Rhinoceros 3D

SolidWorks

Eastman cutting software

Job description

At Roush, you're part of building the future! We fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage.

Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, paid vacation, paid holidays, and more.

The CAD (Computer Aided Design) Pattern Technician will use provided 2D and 3D CAD models or physical products to build 2D patterns optimized for automated cutting machines. The role will work with team members to ensure material utilization and program requirements are met. The CAD Pattern Technician is responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring paperwork aligns with the build schedules. This position is full-time on the day shift in Livonia, MI.

Duties And Responsibilities Of a CAD Pattern Technician

• Support various shop operations and functions as needed by collaborating with other members of the department
• Create patterns using CAD software and verify product fitment prior to production
• Communicate material usage requirements and program requirements with team members and other departments
• Optimize material utilization through efficient cut files
• Ensure accuracy of all parts, paperwork and documentation to the provided build schedules
• Inspect equipment regularly and ensure it is in safe working condition
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

To be considered as a CAD Pattern Technician, you need:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• To be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship
• Minimum 1 year of CAD software experience
• Understanding and use of basic coding of automated cutting software, such as an Eastman textile cutting machine
• Basic mechanical skills and physical ability to work around forms, molds, models, and parts
• Experience using hand and power tools such as drills, sanders, and grinders
• Ability to follow company policies, procedures, and safety requirements
• Ability to read and interpret detailed blueprints, technical drawings, and related documentation
• Ability to work effectively with others, follow instructions, prioritize tasks, and develop patterns based on part requirements
• Ability to work in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associate degree or certification in a technical field with CAD training
• Experience in low-volume composite or manufacturing
• Experience with Rhinoceros 3D and/or SolidWorks CAD software
• Advanced math skills
• Knowledge of adhesives, sealants, primers, and composite/textile materials
• Understanding of material utilization and/or material properties
• Ability to work overtime as needed, including weekends

If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.

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Roush is an EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories

If you need a reasonable accommodation for our employment application process due to disability, please contact Roush Talent Acquisition at 734-779-7087