Solidworks Designer/Drafter

This position will work in a fast-paced development environment. The ideal candidate works effectively as part of a team and enjoys developing compelling new products for new applications. The successful candidate will be a solid communicator, and will find gratification in problem-solving, being first to market, and responding quickly to changing priorities, projects, and tasks. This is a full-time, in-house position at our facility in City of Industry, CA with a work schedule 9 AM - 5:30 PM Mon - Fri.
Duties:

• Familiarity with lofting/surfacing tools in SolidWorks (or equivalent CAD software tools)
• Develop design models and engineering drawings for new vehicle products and components.
• 2+ years working with CAD experience exclusively with SolidWorks.
• 2+ years practical experience using advance surfacing modeling in any CAD program
• Collaborate with product manager and designers to understand design requirements and translate them into visually appealing and manufacturable surface designs.
• Create 3D surface models, develop concept sketches, and perform surface modifications and refinements based on design feedback and technical requirements.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and suppliers to optimize the surface design for aerodynamics, structural integrity, and overall vehicle performance.
• Stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in automotive design, surfacing, and visualization techniques.
• Responsible for all aspects of product design, including but not limited to R&D, concept generation and development, testing, component sourcing and product improvement of automotive products.
• Creates 3-D models, prototypes and detailed drawings of parts and assemblies in SolidWorks.
• Works with mold/tool makers, and production department to deliver new products.
• Collaborates with manufacturing, production, marketing, and operations teams to launch new products.
• Oversees product line maintenance and implementation of engineering changes.

Skills & Competencies Required:

• Must be a self-starter, self-motivating and driven to produce results; a strong closer who can work independently and get things done with a collaborative mindset to work well with others. MUST have a can-do, positive attitude!
• Excellent organizational and planning skills; ability to handle multiple projects & tasks to completion.
• Strong work ethic and dedication to excellence, with creative problem-solving for mechanical design, required.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks with high comfort level for design in a 100% 3-D environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and for MS Office environment.

Qualifications:

• Strong solid modeling skills required, and strong complex surfacing is a plus.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks software with a demonstrated ability to create intricate 2D and 3D designs and assemblies.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver products from concept to market.
• Demonstrated design experience with plastics and sheet metal fabrication processes, familiarity with casting process, a plus.
• Experience in automotive design and manufacturing methods, a plus.