CAD Administrator - DriveWorks

Title: CAD Administrator - DriveWorks Company: Global Power Components - Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week)Hire Type: Direct HireReports To: Engineering Director Position Overview:We are currently looking for a candidate who wants to make a difference and be part of our dynamic organization. This role is responsible for administering and advancing our CAD automation environment, with a strong focus on DriveWorks. The position supports a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing team by ensuring our design systems are efficient, scalable, and aligned with production needs. Close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and IT teams is essential to deliver reliable automation solutions and maintain high-quality, on-time output of engineered-to-order products.Responsibilities:DriveWorks Administration & DevelopmentOwn and manage the DriveWorks environment, including configuration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of automation projectsDesign, develop, and maintain DriveWorks rules, forms, and workflows to automate design and quoting processesTranslate engineering and business requirements into scalable automation solutionsTroubleshoot and resolve issues within DriveWorks projects and integrationsManage version control, testing, and deployment of DriveWorks updatesCAD & PDM System AdministrationAdminister SolidWorks and PDM environments, including user management, permissions, and system configurationEnsure data integrity, standardization, and proper file management across CAD systemsMaintain and enforce CAD standards, templates, and best practicesSupport ERP integrations and data flow between systemsCross-Functional SupportWork closely with engineering, manufacturing, and sales teams to identify automation opportunitiesSupport configuration-to-order (CTO) and engineer-to-order (ETO) workflowsAssist in developing scalable solutions for product customization and order processingProvide technical support and training to end users on DriveWorks and CAD systemsNon-Design / System-Focused Tasks:Lead troubleshooting efforts related to CAD automation, data management, and system performanceCoordinate with IT and external vendors for system upgrades, integrations, and issue resolutionDocument processes, workflows, and system configurationsSupport Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) related to automation and CAD standardsContinuously evaluate and improve system efficiency, reliability, and user experienceWork task balance is approximately:70-80% DriveWorks development and administration20-30% CAD/PDM support, system improvements, and cross-functional initiativesRequirements:Strong experience with DriveWorks (Solo, Pro, or Enterprise preferred)Advanced knowledge of SolidWorks and CAD data structuresExperience with PDM systems (SolidWorks PDM preferred)Understanding of ERP system integration and data workflowsFamiliarity with configuration-driven design, automation, and rule-based systemsWorking knowledge of manufacturing processes (sheet metal, weldments a plus)Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environmentStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skillsEffective communication skills across technical and non-technical teamsExperience with SQL, APIs, or scripting is a plusBachelor's or Associate's degree in Engineering, CAD Technology, or related field preferredKey Traits for Success:Systems thinker who can connect engineering, manufacturing, and business processesDetail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy and standardizationProactive in identifying automation opportunities and inefficienciesComfortable working independently while supporting a broader team

Created: 2026-05-09