CAD Designer I

Apex Tool Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

The Blueprint (Role Profile)

Reporting to the Manager, Engineer Services, the CAD Designer I will be responsible for transforming product design intent into working CAD models and drawings. All modeling and drafting is done using Creo and data management is done using Windchill. This role supports hand tools new product development and any related R&D activities. The candidate will collaborate with the engineering teams to support the acceleration of the new product development process. They will rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

The Build (Responsibilities)

• Prepare detailed drawings in a standard layout, including material requirements, specifications, and all requirement of a finalized design
• Revise existing drawings as required by the Engineering Change process
• Recommend appropriate design changes to engineering personnel
• Assure appropriateness of mechanical design, dimensional accuracy and completeness of details, notes, views, etc.
• Prepare assembly models and drawings with bills of material required for procurement of parts
• Manage data and files in a Windchill PLM/PDM system
  
  

The Toolbox (Qualifications)

• Experience with solid modeling (parametric modeling approach) and drafting in a 3D CAD system
• Experience with a PDM/PLM system
• Experience in Microsoft Excel
• Familiar with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast pace new product development environment, demonstrating flexibility to shift tasks, schedules and priorities
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• Working knowledge of PTC Creo
• Working knowledge of PTC Windchill
  
  

At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we build innovation. Each day, our associates strive to find new and exciting ways to help our customers solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the jobsite – we help build the future.

ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.2 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,700 associates around the world have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH, SATA, Crescent, Cleco, Weller and APEX. Our brands are trusted by the professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike. With our roots dating back to the 1800’s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and safety for customers in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets.

As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.

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