Enterprise CAD Architect: PLM & Integrations

Anduril-1; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 191,000 - 254,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a CAD Systems Architect to design and maintain the enterprise CAD ecosystem, bridging engineering, IT, and business operations. You will ensure CAD platforms, tools, and workflows align with goals and support efficient product development.

The role demands 8+ years in CAD, PLM experience (Teamcenter preferred), and proficiency in NX. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of CAD experience in engineering environments.
• 2
• 3+ years in CAD administration or leadership roles.
• Proven PLM/PDM experience, preferably Teamcenter.
• High proficiency in NX or similar CAD platforms.
• Knowledge of CAD file formats and data exchange standards.
• Programming/scripting experience (Python, C#, VBA, Lisp or CAD APIs).
• Experience with version control and configuration management.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term CAD infrastructure strategies and integrations.
• 2
• Support CAD standards, governance, and best practices.
• 3
• Design scalable CAD architectures enabling multi-site collaboration.
• 4
• Architect integrations between CAD apps (MCAD/ECAD) and PLM.
• 5
• Ensure interoperability across CAD platforms and file formats.
• 6
• Partner with engineering teams to understand design workflow needs.
• 7
• Collaborate with IT to ensure CAD performance requirements.
• 8
• Provide technical leadership to CAD admins and support staff.
• 9
• Maintain CAD documentation, standards, and templates.

Skills

CAD systems

CAD administration

Python scripting

PLM/PDM

Teamcenter

NX

Data exchange formats

Version control

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Teamcenter

NX

CAD tools

Python APIs

Job description

Anduril Industries is seeking a CAD Systems Architect to design and maintain the enterprise CAD ecosystem, bridging engineering, IT, and business operations. You will ensure CAD platforms, tools, and workflows align with goals and support efficient product development.

The role demands 8+ years in CAD, PLM experience (Teamcenter preferred), and proficiency in NX. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and leadership are essential.