CAD Engineer

Job Description

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 client's goals.
• Training and offering support and guidance to their team.
• Additional functions and duties assigned as required.

Requirements
• Bachelor's 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.