CAD Engineer, Staff

Job Description and Requirements

Develops and applies Computer-Aided Design department (CAD) software engineering methods, theories, and research techniques in the investigation and solution of technical problems. Assesses architecture and hardware limitations. Plans technical projects in the design and development of CAD software. Defines and selects new approaches and implementation of CAD software engineering applications and design specifications and parameters. Develops routines and utility programs. Prepares design specifications, analysis and recommendations for presentation and approval.

Has a strong desire to learn and explore new technologies. Demonstrates good analysis and problem-solving skills. Prior knowledge and experience of CAD tool development are required.

Typically requires a minimum of 8+ years of related experience. At this level, post-graduate coursework or knowledge base equivalent may be desirable. Having wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to independently resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Understands customer wants and needs. Customarily exercises a high level of independent judgment and interpretation in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria to obtain results. Frequently performs in project leadership role. Drives programs and business initiatives. Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and projects. Offers new solutions or direction and is able to encourage and motivate others to support new solution or direction. May advise senior management on specialized technical or business issues. May coordinate activities of other personnel as a team lead. Represents the organization as the principle contact on business unit and/or company-wide projects. Interacts with management and senior external personnel on matters requiring coordination across internal groups. Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.