CAD Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

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 / EAR 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.