CAD & PLM Support Specialist

Times Microwave Systems; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

HSA and FSA participation

Short- and long-term disability and L

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with 3% company contribution +

Job summary

Times Microwave Systems in Wallingford, CT, is seeking a CAD & PLM Support Specialist to generate accurate drawings, models, and assemblies in SolidWorks, and to maintain product data in the PLM system. You will support ECOs, maintain BOMs, and collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to ensure data integrity.

The role emphasizes documentation accuracy, revision control, and lifecycle support within a fast-paced engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 2D/3D drawings, parts and assemblies.
• Understanding of GD&T and manufacturing processes for connectors.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications and schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create and update high-quality 2D/3D drawings and models in SolidWorks for connector components and tooling.
• Develop assembly layouts, exploded views, and BOMs.
• Ensure dimensional accuracy, tolerancing, and adherence to drafting standards.

Skills

SolidWorks proficiency

GD&T knowledge

Reading engineering schematics

Attention to detail

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering/Drafting or equivalent

Tools

PLM systems (Manage, Arena, Teamcenter, Windchill)

ERP/MRP systems

ASME Y14.5 drafting standards

Job description

FLSA: Salaried Exempt

Overview

The CAD & PLM Support Specialist supports the Connector Design Team by generating accurate mechanical drawings, models, and assemblies using SolidWorks, and by ensuring all related product data is properly entered and maintained within the PLM system. This role plays an important part in documentation accuracy, revision control, and product lifecycle support for connector design and development activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and update high-quality 2D/3D drawings and models in SolidWorks for connector components, assemblies, and related tooling.
• Develop assembly layouts, exploded views, and bill-of-materials (BOMs) that support engineering and manufacturing needs.
• Ensure dimensional accuracy, correct tolerancing, and adherence to drafting standards appropriate for connector design.
• Enter, maintain, and verify product data in the PLM system, including part metadata, revisions, documentation, and BOM structures.
• Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), including preparing revised drawings, documentation updates, change records, and PLM workflow tasks.
• Collaborate closely with the Connector Design Team, manufacturing engineering, quality, and supply chain to maintain alignment of documentation and design intent.
• Maintain compliance with company standards, PLM workflows, and configuration management requirements.
• Troubleshoot SolidWorks models, drawing issues, and PLM data inconsistencies.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to connector drafting practices and data accuracy.
• Organize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in SolidWorks with experience creating models, parts, assemblies, and fully detailed engineering drawings.
• Understanding of mechanical design principles, GD&T, and manufacturing processes related to connector components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications, schematics, and product requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate and consistent documentation.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a cross-functional design team.
• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting, or equivalent experience preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ERP or MRP systems.
• Experience using a PLM system (Manage, Agile, Arena, Teamcenter, Windchill, or similar).
• Familiarity with industry drafting standards (ASME Y14.5, etc.).
• Understanding of connector design principles or experience with similar precision mechanical components.

We are pleased to provide high-quality, competitive and comprehensive benefits for our employees. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage, HSA and FSA, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and the employee assistance program. Full-time and part-time employees are eligible for paid time off, 12 paid holidays per year, and may participate in our 401(k) plan, which includes an automatic 3% company contribution, plus a 50% company match on the first 8% of employee contributions.

Times Microwave Systems is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.