CAD Designer & CAD Administrator

About the position
Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications. Dometic Land Vehicles Americas is a trusted provider of high-end products for recreational vehicles, commercial passenger vehicles and overlanding vehicles in North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean. We are on a journey of continuous growth - now looking for our next star - a passionate CAD Designer & CAD Administrator within our Commercial and Passenger Vehicle (CPV)division. This position reports to the Director of Engineering CPV and will work in the Troy, MI location.
As a CAD Designer & CAD Administrator in the Commercial and Passenger Vehicle (CPV) team , you will be supporting automotive/commercial vehicle and agricultural vehicle projects. This role supports our Project Teams with creating Engineering data (3D/2D) of mechanical components and assemblies and manages design data in Dometic's and customer PDM systems. It also administers our Engineering CAD tools / system (NX, CATIA, Teamcenter). A suitable candidate must be able to multitask and possess the proven ability to bring tasks independently to a successful closure.
General Responsibilities

• Responsible for the CAD design of new products as well as updating designs and implementing changes on existing products under direction of the Product / Lead Engineer.
• Create and update 3D models, component, and assembly drawings (2D).
• Perform stack up and tolerance analysis to ensure a robust design and product manufacturability.
• Generate Engineering documentation and ensure its quality and thoroughness.
• Support Project Team with developing component and material specifications and datasheets.
• Transfer and release data to/within Dometic PDM/PLM systems and to/within customer (Teamcenter) PDM systems.
• Support tool and fixture development and builds, evaluate off tool parts and supports the investigation of component issues that are related to tool problems.
• Represent Dometic Engineering in meetings with customers, suppliers and external service providers to provide technical expertise and problem resolution.
• Design and support the fabrication of prototypes, evaluate prototypes and support problem resolution related to prototyping.
• Administer / maintain Dometic's shared CAD system (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks license server) with customer and Dometic Engineering Teams.
• Work with IT and external service providers to establish and maintain safe data connections to customer PDM systems.
• Grow professional and technical knowledge by attending training, workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, etc.
• May travel domestically as needed.
• Occasionally perform other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate for this role will bring demonstrated success in CAD Design & Administration. Additionally, they will have the following desired skills and characteristics:

• Associate's degree in CAD, Engineering Technology or equivalent with equivalent professional experience will also be considered
• 5+ years related professional experience
• Excellent documentation, verbal, and written communication skills
• Solid Works, CATIA, NX 3D modeling and 2D drawing experience; certification preferred
• Teamcenter experience (GM, Stellantis, Ford, ...) preferred
• MFA, FEA and CFD experience beneficial
• Experience with GD&T and key characteristics definition
• Experience with automotive OEM component integration guidelines and expectations (tolerances, clearances, ...)
• Experience with injection molding, designing parts for injection molding and tooling
• Experience with prototyping methods
• Must be self-directed and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously with a sense of urgency
• Detail oriented with results driven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong hands-on mechanical and fabrication skills is a plus
• Ability to excel in a team environment

Dometic's Core Values
To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values - Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change, and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic, and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.
Dometic operates with a 4+1 policy, 4 days per week in the office and the possibility to work 1 day per week remotely. We see the social aspect of being in the office, meeting colleagues, having short coffee break interactions or a quick face to face meeting as key to success as we become more productive and fast paced in terms of problem solving, learning, cross functional collaboration and not the least in a way to have fun at work!
What do we offer?
You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced, and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous - which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401 (k) with company match
• PTO
• Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application.
Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!
Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.