CAD Designer

What does a CAD Designer do?

A common CATIA job is that of a CAD Designer. But what are the duties and job responsibilites of a CAD Designer? A sample job posting may look like this:

POSITION TITLE: CAD Designer

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: To design 3D models and assemblies in CATIA V5 from conceptual designs, to reverse engineering layouts or legacy data.

ACTIVITIES and DUTIES:
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of the position and are not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Create manufacturing drawings of assemblies and models including GD&T and B.O.M. information
• Interpreting 2D drawings for conversion to 3D models and assemblies
• Successfully convert 3D models from one CAD format to another
• Create or re‐master new 3D models from conceptual designs
• Use specialized modules in CAD packages such as FTA, SMD, Piping/Tubing as required
• Track own progress against bid hours using sources available to ensure project deadlines are met
• Make decisions concerning personal time management and task prioritization to deliver quality service, on time and under budget

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Associate’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Technologies, Computer Science or equivalent preferred
• CAD software and CATIA certification a plus

EXPERIENCE:

• Multiple years experience in one or more 3D CAD packages is required
• Mechanical Design/Drafting experience is required
• Experience with CATIA V4 or V5
• Manufacturing or machining experience is a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITY:

• Ability to check manufacturing drawings to determine proper fit and function, correctness and completeness of information
• Must have strong mechanical aptitude, good reasoning and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of Data Management (PDM) and Configuration Management principles
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to function with minimum supervision

WORK ENVIRONMENT and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is performed in a standard office environment and involves the ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to communicate on telephone and handle all calls in a professional and personable manner
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, to work on desktop computer with keyboard and mouse (repetitive keyboard and mouse motion is necessary)
• Vision must be good enough to read keyboards, computer screens, reference books, reports and other written documents