Creo Mechanical Designer at Softworld Inc

Job Description

Focus on Creo design, large model management, top-down design, vehicle packaging, concept development…less on detail design and drawing creation

Job Responsibilities:
Screening questions:
Up front design experience, conceptual design (Creo)
Top down design and modeling
Managing large assembly models
Vehicle packaging
Space claims and design integration
Knowledge of PLM/PDM systems and/or CAD administration, more of a plus
Diverse design experience, hands-on and very disciplined
BSME preferred but not necessary
· Physical Architect, Design, & Master Modeler
o Apply working knowledge of CAD systems to develop overall vehicle architecture in coordination with the engineering staff and project technical authority
o Assist product development by supporting large CAD model management, vehicle subsystem packaging, development gate review, and body of evidence generation.
o Manage space allocations between subsystems and components
o Coordinate design staff needs
o Provide design/integration guidance to designers
· PLM Administrator
o Create a roadmap for the tool(s) necessary to support all known key business pursuits, and improve internal and external collaboration
o Support implementation of a CAD and PLM system by acting as the lead point of contact, key strategist, and liaison between leadership, engineering, IT, and tool developers or implementation consultant
o Define tool requirements, and develop a trade study as necessary to select appropriate CAD and PLM systems
o Outline resources needed to implement, maintain and support, and grow the toolset and business & technical efforts
o Establish design standards/guides, best practices, to ensure designs are consistent, repeatable, and efficient across the business
o Ensure that all efforts are scalable with future business growth and demands
o Collect feedback from all stakeholders and end-users to identify pain points and continuously improve the tool(s), processes, and procedures
o Meet with business steering board regularly to present status, identify needs, and next steps
· Support and adhere to all company safety and environmental regulations & policies
· Ability to travel up to 25% of the time. Occasional travel to Europe will be required
· Undertake other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:

Education:
· AS Product Design or equivalent preferred
Experience:
· 10 or more years experience in product design and development, preferably US Defense programs
· Experience with CAD (i.e. ProE CREO,UG Nx, Solid Works, CATIA) software and 3D Printing, as well as general Material (e.g. Steel, Aluminum, Ceramic) properties.
· Experience with implementing, governing, and maintaining PLM systems
· Knowledge of Systems based design and related Standards/Processes
· Ability to present technical solutions to clients and internal stakeholders
· Familiarity with the US DoD ground vehicle requirements and technical design standards
· Knowledge of the US DoD process and procedures for vehicle development and acquisition
· Familiarity with the US Army TACOM / TARDEC organizations
· Practical 'hands on' attitude with the ability to operate independently.
· Currently hold or have ability to apply for a SECRET US Defense clearance
· Experience of working in a multi-national, multi-organizational and corporate environment.

· Experience with engineering and supply chain management in a highly regulated industry.
Required

• Top 3 Required Skills - Conceptual CAD Design, Creo, DOD project background but ideally Combat Vehicle/Tank experience
• Worksite location - Sterling Heights, MI
• Bill Rate/Salary - $85.00/hour, mid to senior level candidates
• Detailed interview/hiring process, including start date - Phone screen to hire
• MSA Status - Fully executed

Additional Detail (This will elevate the recruiting priority)

• Internal notes for recruiting? - Similar positions as GDLS, many hired from us previously by this team
• Home run/desired skills skill(s) - Combat vehicle experience (Oshkosh Truck, SAIC, GDLS, BAE Systems, AM General, Textron)
• Position history - how long open? Been hiring Why was it opened? adding folks What happens if it goes unfilled? - It wont go unfilled
• Where is the client in the search/hiring process? - Ongoing
• Any Work schedule/remote flexibility? - Not a lot at this time, need people onsite with the design team
• Qualifying/Pre-screening questions? - CAD experience, Creo, any DOD or combat vehicle experience?
• Company Culture? - Smaller company feel, very fast paced, and great team environment!
• Sizzle - DOD combat vehicle manufacturer, with international capabilities!

Government Template - required for all government jobs

• Clearance Required - Clearable
• Period of Performance - Indefinite
• Worksite - Client Headquarters or Federal Agency -
• Program and Federal Agency names -
• Prime or Subcontractor? If Subcontractor - is it workshare, and does the Prime and/or Government Customer need to approve before hire? -
• Detailed interview/hiring process - does the end Government Agency need to approve?