Sr CAD Designer

Overview

ANDERSEN CORPORATION

SUMMARY:

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.

Our portfolio of brands - Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ - is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.

Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.

As a Senior CAD Designer, in addition to the purpose of CAD designer, you will be responsible to generate 3D models and assemblies for moderate to highly complex product designs given basic guidance and direction from the engineering staff. You will iterate through design options considering business, manufacturing, material, process, and environment impacts. It is expected that you leverage the full depth and breadth of the CAD and CAE technologies and techniques to turn ideas into solutions.

• To assist in developing product design solutions by providing input, thoughts, ideas, and options under the general direction of the engineer's rough product design intent.
• To carry out assignments of a moderately to advanced complex nature with general latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment.
• Converts engineers' rough product design sketches into working 3D CAD models, assemblies, and drawings.
• Update Product Engineering documentation to accurately represent red-line changes aligning to and enforcing corporate standards, procedures and best practices within the product team.
• Follow CAD standards and best practices while maintaining curiosity to identify and bring forward new ideas.
• Assist with prototype development and communicate with suppliers (3D printing, outside vendors). Meet with suppliers and vendors to align and optimize design requirements.
• Act as the team RDI CAD application, PLM process, and CAD Standards expert. Support the development and communication of CAD Standards.
• Mentor and train lower level CAD associates on the standards, best practices and processes required to generate and manage design models and documentation.
• Identify and schedule deliverables, milestones and required tasks. Monitor project progress and take corrective action to achieve timelines.
• Develop project tasks and timelines. Communicate timelines to teams.
• May require limited work direction of CAD Drafting associates to meet timelines.

• MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS :
  Associate of Science Degree with a suggested minimum of 5 years' experience in related area of work.
• Proficient 3D solid modeling CAD skills, including the ability to work through challenges independently.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic design analysis tools.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge of material characteristics and tooling concepts influencing design requirements.
• Ability to build and establishing models for simulations including thermal simulation scenarios, FEA simulation coordination, tolerance and datum strategy development.
• Demonstrates ability to assess design concepts with manufacturing, costs, performance, sustainability, etc., in mind.
• Process specific design knowledge (injection molding, extrusion, milling, etc.) and provide design feedback.

• Experience in an engineering or research development environment.
• 3D printing experience.
• AutoCAD and Inventor experience.
• 5+ years experience in a related area of work.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills.

$69,840.00 - $

At Andersen, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, their talent, dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package - a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team member's well‑being and success.

While specific benefits may vary by position or location, we're proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and future. Our benefits include:

• 401(k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing*
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities