Tool Design Engineer — Catia 3D Modeling Expert

Ampcus, Inc; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc is seeking a skilled Catia design engineer to join our Tool Design department in Palmdale, CA. The role focuses on designing industrial machinery, tooling, dies, gauges, and fixtures for production or experimental use, with emphasis on 3D modeling and detailed drawings.

The ideal candidate has 5 years of Catia experience, familiarity with ANSI/ISO standards, GD&T, and strong communication to coordinate with suppliers and customers while meeting project timelines.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Catia design experience with high proficiency in 3D modeling and detailing.
• Familiarity with ANSI, ISO and other industry standards for detailed drawing requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to manage technical details.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience designing testing and prototype fixtures as needed.
• Follow internal procedures and drafting guidelines including customer rules.
• Create drawings, tolerance stack‑ups, exploded views, and 3D models from sketches and references.
• Design components from various manufacturing processes (casts, forgings, stamped parts, plastics).
• Apply GD&T to drawings.
• Generate drawings per ANSI/ISO standards.
• Participate in supplier and customer meetings to ensure functionality and cost effectiveness.
• Coordinate and chair task clarification meetings with local team.
• Complete tasks within project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Design industrial machinery and equipment, tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, and machine attachments for production or experimental use.

Skills

Catia design

3D modeling

GD&T

Documentation/drawings

MS Office

Prototype fixtures design

Tools

None

Job description

Ampcus Inc is seeking a skilled Catia design engineer to join our Tool Design department in Palmdale, CA. The role focuses on designing industrial machinery, tooling, dies, gauges, and fixtures for production or experimental use, with emphasis on 3D modeling and detailed drawings.

The ideal candidate has 5 years of Catia experience, familiarity with ANSI/ISO standards, GD&T, and strong communication to coordinate with suppliers and customers while meeting project timelines.