CAD Designer
Genesis Seating - Grand Rapids, MI
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Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability EmployerThis position is responsible for creating and maintaining detailed 3D models and 2D drawings that support the development of new products and the refinement of existing ones. They work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency throughout the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate will support documentation standards and help drive continuous improvement in design practices.METRICS (up to 5 key metrics that apply to this role -- see list at end for examples):1.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Adhere to design standards2.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 On-time deliveryBusiness Processes that role has responsibility for/in:1.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Support: New product introduction (NPI), design for manufacturability (DFM), engineering change management (ECM, ECO), product lifecycle management (PLM), Generate files for prototyping (3D Printing, CNC machining)Systems this role uses:1.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 SolidWorks & other CAD tools as needed2.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 MS Office suit3.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Project Management toolsTeam(s) this role chairs:NoneTeam(s) this role is a member of:Project teams as defined through development projectsKey Team(s) this role interacts with:WF Leadership TeamKey Roles this role interacts with:1.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 R&D2.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Project Management3.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Manufacturing Team4.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Sales5.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Customers6.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 External suppliers/tool shopsKey RESPONSIBILITIES:In order of importance, indicate the essential responsibilities of the position.ImportanceMajor Actions and Support Actions1.Uphold and promote the company's mission, values, and safety vision through daily work and team collaboration.2.Develop parametric 3D models and 2D technical drawings to support new product development and engineering change activities in compliance with L&P drafting standards3.Audit 2D drawings to ensure adherence to internal standards and maintain up-to-date documentation.4.Recommend and implement improvements to design processes that enhance delivery, speed, quality, and cost-efficiency.5.Schedule and follow-up on internal and external design tasks to ensure timely release. Communicate potential delays proactively.6.Participate in internal and external design review meetings, and work with product teams to incorporate feedback related to Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).7.Assist with prototype creation through 3D printing and preparation of CNC machining files.u00a0u00a0u00a0
Created: 2025-12-05