School to Work - CAD Designer

PowerToFly; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cummins facility in Troy, MI is seeking a School to Work – Engineering student to design and produce CAD models and drawings under supervision. You'll work on front axle, suspension, and drivetrain components, using Creo Parametric to support design and production release.

Collaborate with product engineers, update drawings through Windchill, and apply GD&T. Strong attention to detail and effective communication are essential as you help deliver release-ready documentation and integrate

Qualifications

• High school diploma with hands-on shop experience.
• Enrolled in product design and development program at college or university.
• Interested in 3D design and modelling; willing to learn GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Design CAD models and 2D drawings under Sr. Designer supervision.
• Release drawings and CAD data for production using Windchill.
• Create solid models, layouts, and drawings for commercial vehicle components.
• Collaborate with product engineers and other designers to release packages.
• Assist in implementing engineering changes and packaging studies.

Skills

CAD modeling

Creo Parametric

GD&T principles

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Product Design & Development curriculum enrollment

Tools

Creo Parametric

SolidWorks

CATIA

UG

Job description

We are looking for a talented School to Work – Engineering to join our team specializing in Engineering for our Cummins Inc. facility in Troy, MI

Key Impact

• Develop accurate 3D CAD models and detailed 2D drawings (using Creo Parametric) to support the design and production release of commercial vehicle components and systems.
• Support the implementation of engineering changes by updating CAD data, preparing complete drawing packages, and executing revisions through Windchill change management.
• Conduct packaging and feasibility studies to ensure designs integrate effectively within axle, suspension, and drivetrain systems.
• Collaborate closely with product engineers and senior designers to refine designs and deliver high‑quality, release‑ready documentation.
• Contribute to the timely release of drawing packages by ensuring all specifications, tolerances, and technical requirements are clearly defined.
• Build strong cross‑functional relationships to improve communication, streamline workflows, and support efficient product development.
• Continuously enhance technical capability by applying and learning GD&T principles and advancing CAD modeling proficiency.
• Leverage strong communication skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy, alignment, and successful execution across all design deliverables.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in CAD modeling (preferably Creo Parametric) and the ability to create precise 3D models and 2D drawings for complex vehicle components.
• Willingness to learn and apply GD&T principles to ensure drawings meet engineering, manufacturing, and quality standards.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when implementing engineering changes, updating drawings, and managing revisions in Windchill.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work seamlessly with product engineers, designers, and cross‑functional teams.
• Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to perform packaging and feasibility studies to ensure designs integrate successfully within vehicle systems.

Overview

The primary responsibility is to design and production release CAD models and 2D drawings under Sr. Designer supervision. The position entails the design of commercial vehicle products that include non‑drive front steer axles, front and rear drive axles, suspensions, and transfer cases. This person will interface with product engineers and designers.

Principle Accountabilities

• Assist in the implementation of engineering changes, which might include updating CAD models and 2D drawings, assembling drawing packages with relevant information, and executing through Windchill change management system.
• Create solid modeling, layouts, and drawings necessary for product design of commercial vehicle components, assemblies, and systems. This will include the use of CAE tools; Creo Parametric.
• Perform CAD model packaging studies to ensure engineering changes are feasible.
• Work along with other designers and engineers to release detailed drawing packages.
• Establish good working relationships with team members, and various internal groups.

Requirements

• High School diploma – preferred classes to include machine shop, wood shop, or other hands‑on trade classes.
• Enrolled in a Product Design & Development type curriculum at a 2‑year or 4‑year accredited college or university.
• Interested in 3D design and modelling.
• Willing to learn GD&T.
• Familiar with a CAD modeling software (Solidworks, Catia, UG, etc.) Preference is working knowledge of Creo Parametric.
• Extremely good communication skills of all types.
• Well versed with all MS Windows software.

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E‑Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.