Job description
Position Title: CAD Designer (CATIA V6)
Duration: Contract
Location: Raymond, Ohio USA
Essential Criteria:
- Design Engineer - Level 2 to support the design and development of components and systems.
- This role includes all Level 1 responsibilities, with added ownership of complex designs, analysis, and support through prototype and production.
Required Experience:
- 6+ years of engineering design experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
- Experience in concept development, specification setting, and layout creation
- Strong communication and coordination skills
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop components, parts, and systems from concept to production
- Perform design feasibility studies, cost analysis, strength calculations, and material selection
- Create and maintain 3D models and layouts in CATIA V5 (required); V6 preferred
- Execute hose and pipe routing and harness/cable routing
- Prepare, check, and release 2D and 3D drawings
- Apply GD&T to ensure proper fit, function, and manufacturability
- Support prototype builds, testing, and manufacturing launch
- Verify designs meet quality, cost, performance, and regulatory requirements
- Recommend design improvements to support testing and mass production
- Coordinate with manufacturing, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams
Required Skills:
- CATIA V5 (must), V6 (preferred)
- 2D & 3D drawing creation and release
- GD&T
- Hose, pipe, harness, and cable routing
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and part construction
Nice to Have:
- Experience mentoring junior engineers
- Familiarity with PLM and engineering change processes
Why work through Contechs?
Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.
How to Apply
If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch.
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