What does a CAD Designer do?

What does a typical CAD designer do? The responsibilities of a CAD Designer are the following:

Design 3D models and assemblies in various CAD packages including CATIA V5, UG‐NX, SolidWorks, Pro/E or

Inventor from conceptual designs, reverse engineering layouts, or legacy data.

 

Activities and duties:

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not

intended to be all-inclusive:

• Create manufacturing drawings of assemblies and models including GD&T and B.O.M. information
  
• Interpreting 2D drawings for conversion to 3D models and assemblies
  
• Successfully convert 3D models from one CAD format to another.
  
• Create or re‐master new 3D models from conceptual designs
  
• Use specialized modules in CAD packages such as FTA, SMD, Piping/Tubing as required
  
• Track own progress against bid hours using sources available to ensure project deadlines are met
  
• Make decisions concerning personal time management and task prioritization to deliver quality service,
  

on time and under budget

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Ability to check manufacturing drawings to determine proper fit and function, correctness and
  
• completeness of information
  
• Must have strong mechanical aptitude, good reasoning and problem solving skills
  
• Knowledge of Data Management and Configuration Management principles
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
  
• Ability to work in a team environment
  
• Ability to function with minimum supervision