CAD Systems & Engineering Data Administrator

Regal Rexnord; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with matching

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Spending accounts (HSA, FSA)

Job summary

Regal Rexnord is seeking a CAD Systems & Engineering Data Administrator to own Creo/PLM systems, manage data governance, and optimize engineering workflows. The role partners with IT and vendors to ensure system availability and data integrity across design, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Responsibilities include license management, PLM configurations, and driving continuous improvement in engineering data processes.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 3–7+ years supporting engineering software systems.
• Experience administering Creo, Windchill, DDM, or similar CAD/PDM/PLM systems.
• Experience in manufacturing or product development environments.
• Experience managing software licensing and vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering systems administration for Creo, Windchill, and PLM platforms.
• Manage CAD templates, standards, and user access across teams.
• Configure lifecycles, release processes, and approval workflows.
• Support BOM management and data integration with ERP/Manufacturing.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and recoverability of engineering data.
• Provide user support and deliver training on CAD/PLM tools.
• Identify automation opportunities and drive process improvements.

Skills

Creo Parametric

Windchill

DDM

PLM

BOM management

ERP integration

Scripting

Database administration

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Information Systems, CAD Technology, or related field

Tools

Teamcenter

Vault

SolidWorks PDM

ERP integration tools

Job description

Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

Position Overview:

The CAD Systems & Engineering Data Administratoris responsible forthe administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of engineering design systems and associated technical data environments. This role serves as the primary owner of CAD, PDM, PLM, and engineering document management platforms, ensuring system reliability, data integrity, user support, and compliance with company standards.

The position manages software licensing, vendor relationships, maintenance agreements, user access, system configurations, and engineering data workflows while supporting engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams. The role combines technical system administration with engineering process support to maximize productivity and data accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

Engineering Systems Administration

• Serve as primary administrator for Creo,DDM,Windchill, and other engineering software platformsthat may be assigned.
• Manage CAD software license allocation,utilizationtracking, and compliance.
• Maintain software maintenance agreements, subscriptions, and support contracts.
• Coordinate software upgrades, patches, testing, and deployment activities.
• Work with IT and external vendors to resolve system issues andmaintainsystem availability.
• Monitor system performance andidentifyopportunities for improvement.
• Develop andmaintainengineering system standards, procedures, and best practices.

CAD Environment Management

• Maintain CAD templates, drawing formats, symbol libraries, family tables, and configuration files.
• Establishand auditCAD standards across engineering teams.
• Support engineers with Creo configuration, troubleshooting, and workflow optimization.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and workspace configurations.
• Coordinate migration of legacy CAD data whenrequired.
• Evaluate and implement new CAD tools and productivity enhancements.

Windchill/ DDM/ PDM / PLM Administration

• Administer engineering data management systems and workflows.
• Configure lifecycle states, release processes, andapprovalworkflows.
• Support BOM management and product structure maintenance.
• Ensure engineering data isproperly stored, secured, and recoverable.
• Maintain data integrity between CAD, PLM, ERP, and manufacturing systems.
• Coordinate deployment of process improvements and system enhancements.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Manage relationships with CAD, PLM, and engineering software vendors.
• Track softwaremaintenancerenewals and licensing requirements.
• Assistwith budgeting andforecasting forengineering software expenditures.
• Obtain quotes, coordinate purchases, and support contract negotiations.
• Evaluate softwareutilizationand recommend cost optimization opportunities.

Engineering Data Governance

• Establish standards for engineering dataorganization.
• Ensuredrawings, models, and technical records are properly controlled and accessible.
• Supportengineeringchange management processes from a systems perspective.
• Assistwith audits related to engineering system controls and data management.
• Ensure systems are compliant with applicable ISO,AS,ITAR/EAR, and FARs regulations or requirements.

User Support & Training

• Serve as first-line support for engineering software users.
• Develop and deliver training materials for CAD and PLM systems.
• Create user guides, procedures, andbest-practicedocumentation.
• Support newemployeeonboarding forengineering software systems.
• Work closely with engineering leadership toidentifyand address user needs.

Continuous Improvement

• Identifyopportunities to automate engineering workflows.
• Support digital transformation initiatives within Engineering.
• Research emerging technologies and recommend process improvements.
• Participate in cross-functional projects involving engineering systems and data integration.

Required skills and qualifications:

Education

• Associate’sorBachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Information Systems, CAD Technology, or relatedfield.

Experience

• 3–7+years of experience supporting engineering software systems.
• Experience administering Creo, Windchill,DDM,or equivalent CAD/PDM/PLM systems.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or product development environment.
• Experience managing software licensing and vendor relationships.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Creo Parametric.
• Experience with Windchill, Teamcenter, Vault, SolidWorks PDM, or similar platforms.
• Understanding ofengineering drawings, BOM structures, and configuration management.
• Familiarity with ERP system integration.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with scripting, automation, or database administration is desirable.

Preferred skills and qualifications:

The successful candidate will have proven experience:

• PTC Creo administration experience.
• DDMsystem administration experience.
• Experience with ERP integration and master data management.
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001,ITAR/EAR,FARsor other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting global engineering teams.
• SQL, reporting, or business intelligence experience.

Work Type:

Work Type: Onsite- This role follows an Onsite Work Schedule and requires working from your designated Regal Rexnord office on a full-time basis.

Pay Transparency:

Expected Base Salary Range: [Enter Minimum – Midpoint]

The salary range provided is intended to display the value of the company’s basepaycompensation for this position. Salary is dependent on a multitude of factors, including but not limited to the physical worksite location, the geographic market of that location, candidate’s skill set, level of experience,educationand internal peer compensation comparisons among other potential factors.

Export Controlled:

Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a ‘U.S. Person’,which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.

Sponsorship:

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship to obtain or keep U.S. work authorization.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.

The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.

Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affluent Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [e-mail].

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Notification to Agencies

Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“Regal Rexnord”) do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.