Job Position Summary
The CAD Engineer is responsible for creating, managing, and modifying complex CAD and drafting designs. Works closely with engineers and project managers to develop innovative and cost-effective designs that meet the needs of the factory.
Primary Responsibilities
• Create 2D lithography mask layouts in accordance with internal standards. • Create 3D models and associated drawings to support manufacturing testing and other engineering needs. • Support the creation of internal standards and tools for lithography mask layout and other CAD applications. • Partner with Project Field Application Engineers and Project Managers to aid design integration into the Fab. • Develop test structures and Design of Experiments to validate novel concepts and structures for risk mitigation. • Produce data reports that are concise and easy to understand. • Work directly and independently with customers to iterate on designs refining them for successful fabrication. • Support pre-fabrication processes including project onboarding & quoting. • Provide support for post-fabrication activities including testing and assembly operations. • Coding and testing software. • Create plans and profile drawings. • Finding technical solutions to meet a clients goals. • Training and offering support and guidance to their team. • Additional functions and duties assigned as required.
Requirements
• Bachelors Degree preferred. • 3 years of experience in AutoCAD or other CAD packages. • This position will require lawful access to ITAR-controlled information and employees in these roles will need to meet those requirements. Requirements include US Citizenship due to government contracts.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Familiarity with 2D CAD layout with complex Layer configurations (100 Layers). • Ability to read and understand drawings and associated standards. • Ability to convert customer drawings into 2D CAD layouts following documented standards. • Ability to design 3D CAD models to support mechanical requirements provided by engineering staff. • Proficient with Microsoft Office products. • Ability to learn software programs such as Autodesk CAD platforms. • Excellent communication skills, detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Physical Working Requirements
• Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day where applicable. • Prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
Behavioral Traits
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey quality standards, expectations, and feedback clearly to team members and stakeholders. • A willingness to adjust to changing circumstances, processes, or technologies for continuous improvement in dynamic environments. • The ability to work well with others, fostering a cooperative atmosphere, driving data management initiatives, and engaging all levels of the organization.