Job Details

Sr Engineer, Design

North San Diego, CA | Engineering | Contract to Hire

Location

Carlsbad, California

Reporting to

Senior Manager, Engineering

Position Summary

Seeking a CAD Engineer to develop and design engineering documentation, including drawings, 3D models, and CAD modules/assemblies. This position requires experience in 3DExperience (CATIA V6) to create 3D designs and 2D drawings of electrical components from initial concept through mass production.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct design feasibility and cost analysis, strength calculations, material selection, part construction, part specification
• Schedule and coordinate activities involved in prototyping, fabricating, and manufacturing of assigned products and systems
• Analyze components/parts in area of specialty to endure established layout/quality/cost/performance standards and regulatory requirements are met
• Apply mechanical knowledge to optimize designs for manufacturing processes
• Develop and design engineering documentation such as drawings and 3D models
• Mature the product in the CAD system
• Redesign existing models as needed
• Create assemblies of CAD models and resolve packaging conflicts
• Secure quality and readiness of designs before release
• Produce technical drawings sufficient to define a product

Team Structure

Collaborate with onsite and remote engineers and technicians to achieve team and individual goals, furthering our collective mission.

Required Experience

• 5 years of relevant experience in CAD engineering
• Proficiency in Catia V6
• Ability to perform analysis and draw conclusions from designs
• Experience in creating and managing CAD models and assemblies

Educational Requirements

• B.S. in mechanical engineering preferred

Skills and Competencies

• Experience in automotive design processes a plus
• Ability to work in a rapidly evolving environment
• Experience creating 2D engineering drawings
• Proven cross-functional collaborative skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• An ability to prioritize and execute many tasks in parallel

Salary and Benefits

• Market competitive compensation package
• Stock option offering
• Generous flexible time away policy
• 100% medical, dental, vision benefits

Company Culture

Built on transparency, ethical treatment of one another, a bias for action, and leading by example.