Layout Engineer

Segula Technologies; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Segula Technologies is seeking a CAD-focused engineer to develop, maintain, and release 2D plant layouts using AutoCAD within an automotive manufacturing setting. You will integrate supplier drawings, perform field checks, and ensure layouts align with CAD standards and production flow.

Responsibilities include updating layouts, creating AutoCAD blocks, and supporting build teams with precise, validated drawings.

Qualifications

• Experience creating 2D plant layouts in AutoCAD.
• Ability to perform field checks and verify layout accuracy.
• Knowledge of CAD standards and file management (layering, naming, Xrefs).
• Experience in automotive manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain overall 2D plant layouts using AutoCAD aligned with production flow and plant constraints, integrating tooling, tool rails, platforms, and assembly aids from suppliers and contractors.
• Release weekly layout updates to the core product launch team.
• Create AutoCAD blocks for carriers, tooling, tool presentation, and aisles, evaluating interferences and providing technical resolutions.
• Perform field checks to identify fixed monuments and confirm layout accuracy.
• Supply build and installation drawings directly to the build team.
• Participate in pilot builds and process validation to verify layout fidelity and resolve spatial or design issues.
• Follow customer CAD standards, including layer structures, file naming conventions, and Xrefs.
• Upload and maintain all current layout files within Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).

Skills

2D CAD proficiency

Spatial awareness

Collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Role Overview

This position focuses on developing, maintaining, and releasing overall 2D plant layouts using AutoCAD within an automotive manufacturing environment. The candidate will integrate supplier drawings, verify spatial accuracy through field checks, ensure compliance with CAD standards, and collaborate with launch teams to optimize production flow and support vehicle build and installation activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain overall 2D plant layouts using AutoCAD aligned with production flow and plant constraints, integrating tooling, tool rails, platforms, and assembly aids from suppliers and contractors.

• Release weekly layout updates to the core product launch team.

• Create AutoCAD blocks for carriers, tooling, tool presentation, and aisles, evaluating interferences and providing technical resolutions.

• Perform field checks to identify fixed monuments and confirm layout accuracy.

• Supply build and installation drawings directly to the build team.

• Participate in pilot builds and process validation to verify layout fidelity and resolve spatial or design issues.

• Follow customer CAD standards, including layer structures, file naming conventions, and Xrefs.

• Upload and maintain all current layout files within Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).