CAD Technologist

We are seeking a CAD Technologist to support clients at Sandia National Laboratory onsite in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Sandia's Design Engineering Group provides design engineering services using CAD software such as PTC Creo and other 3D modeling tools. We partner with engineering teams across the lab to produce innovative design solutions based on high quality CAD models and drawings. We ensure fit, form, and function using GD&T while ensuring manufacturability and maintainability of designs.

We determine the physical characteristics of the product including geometric form, interface features, manufacturing specifications, processes, and assembly instructions. We communicate design options and recommended approaches to product development teams, stakeholders, and manufacturing partners. We apply technical judgment based upon engineering principles in the design and development of innovative products in support of our Nation’s security programs.

Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technologist role in the Design Engineer Group. Responsibilities include transforming customer concepts into detailed product definitions that support national security initiatives.

• Innovate and Create: design, modify and evaluate detailed complex component and system definitions using advanced design solutions.
• Bring Concepts to Life: design intricate three‑dimensional models and detailed drawings of complex objects and systems.
• Define Products: transform customer concepts into detailed specifications, ensuring clarity and precision in the design process.
• Collaborate and Integrate: work closely with clients, CAD Designers, Product Design Engineers, and R&D Mechanical Engineers to integrate requirements into designs.
• Lead design teams in creating 3D models and detailed drawings.
• Master CAD Technology: develop innovative mechanical designs, perform mass property calculations, complex tolerance and interference analyses.
• Adapt to Evolving Requirements: refine designs based on evolving requirements and collaboration with R&D Engineers.
• Analyze and Optimize: gather and analyze product performance data to drive continuous improvement in design.
• Work onsite at Sandia National Laboratories.

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology and 3 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience.
• Experience using CAD software for complex 3D solid modeling and mechanical drawing generation and design solutions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

• Active DOE Q Clearance.
• Experience using PTC Creo for mechanical design of complex designs and large assemblies.
• Experience using AutoCAD software.
• Demonstrated ability in applying mechanical design principles to formulate design concepts and meet product requirements.
• Application of complex principles of tolerance analysis and GD&T.
• Certification such as ASME GDTP Senior level.
• Experience using a product data management system to manage CAD files.
• Application of alternative/advanced manufacturing methods for mechanical hardware.
• Application of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
• Demonstrated successful teamwork, excellent communication skills (oral and written), and consistent demonstration of good behaviors.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.
• Knowledge and understanding of the NW engineering systems and the NNSA product realization process.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a diverse team environment.
• Experience in a lead designer role.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop staff and develop effective working relationships with peers.
• Being a recognized technical expert in mechanical design, as evidenced by sharing expertise with others and being consulted for technical opinions.
• Participate in corporate or industry‑wide training, meetings, and conferences, and share knowledge to improve Design Engineering.

• Fully onsite at Sandia National Laboratory in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
• Full‑time, Monday – Friday 40‑hour week.

BGS offers a competitive total compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short‑Term Disability.

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.