Designer (CAD/CAM/CAE) - Remote (Idaho Falls, ID)

The Designer assesses engineering requirements and translates them into technical blueprints, drawings, layouts, and simulation models using CAD/CAM/CAE software.

The position applies standard CAD/CAM/CAE techniques to digitize, edit, and revise engineering drawings of components, parts, and assemblies and customizes CAD/CAM/CAE software to model complex or unusual designs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise 2D drawings, 3D parametric models, assemblies, and associated documentation from approved engineering inputs.
• Create complete, unambiguous drawings that define geometry, interfaces, materials, finishes, processes, tolerances, inspection requirements, quantities, and assembly relationships needed for fabrication and installation.
• Select and apply functional datum reference frames, feature control frames, material condition modifiers, basic dimensions, and general tolerances in accordance with ASME Y14.5-2009.
• Evaluate tolerance accumulation and fit at part and assembly interfaces and identify conditions that could prevent fabrication, inspection, assembly, interchangeability, or intended operation.
• Apply sound parametric modeling practices, including stable design intent, fully constrained sketches, appropriate feature order, controlled references, reusable geometry, and clean assembly structure.
• Check drawings and models for fit, form, function, completeness, consistency, manufacturability, inspectability, and compliance with applicable drafting and engineering standards.
• Verify parts lists, item balloons, quantities, drawing references, zone locations, next-assembly information, notes, weld symbols, revision identifiers, and change markings across the complete drawing package.
• Maintain drawing, model, and reference-file integrity through established document control, revision control, configuration management, and records processes.
• Resolve technical comments from engineers, independent checkers, fabricators, inspectors, and formal document change reviews while preserving an auditable disposition of changes.
• Coordinate with engineers and other disciplines to clarify requirements, document assumptions, identify missing inputs, and recommend practical drawing or modeling solutions.
• Plan assigned work against negotiated priorities and dates, provide credible progress updates, and raise scope, resource, or schedule concerns before commitments are missed.
• Support backlog reduction with a constructive, service-oriented approach and mentor drafting personnel in modeling, detailing, checking, and GD&T application when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the BEA Technical Point of Contact.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience using PTC Creo software; PTC Creo proficiency is required for immediate contribution.
• Overall specialization in precision mechanical design.
• Demonstrated ability to apply ASME Y14.5-2009 to real parts and assemblies, including datum systems, position, profile, orientation, runout, form controls, composite controls, projected tolerance zones, virtual condition, and bonus tolerance.
• Ability to explain why a GD&T scheme protects function and how the requirement can be manufactured and verified and to identify overconstrained, underdefined, conflicting, or noninspectable requirements.
• Advanced skill with PTC Creo and Windchill Data Management Software, or comparable parametric 3D CAD software and a data manager such as PDM or Vault, plus working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Strong command of drawing layout, orthographic projection, section and detail views, dimensioning, tolerancing, weld symbols, parts lists, item ballooning, and revision practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering calculations, specifications, vendor data, design inputs, and redlines and convert them into controlled drawing content without changing engineering intent.
• Experience performing independent drawing checks and documenting clear, technically defensible comments.
• Working knowledge of materials, fabrication processes, machining, welding, inspection methods, assembly practices, and how these constraints affect drawing requirements.
• Ability to use logic and structured problem solving to compare alternatives, recognize risk, and resolve discrepancies across models, drawings, bills of material, and source documents.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to ask focused questions, explain technical decisions, accept review feedback, and work effectively with personnel of varied experience levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Windchill or a comparable PDM or Vault data management system in a controlled engineering environment.
• Experience mentoring drafting personnel in parametric modeling, detailing, drawing checking, and GD&T application.
• Familiarity with fabrication, machining, welding, inspection, and assembly practices that affect drawing and model requirements.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution and 5 years of relevant experience, or 10 years of relevant experience without a degree.