Job Description

Job Summary

A Principal CAD Surface Designer is responsible for developing class A surfaces for interior surfaces or exterior aerodynamic surfaces to achieve the highest quality designs for engineering new product development. In this role, you will create models and detailed production drawings of components and assemblies using Creo Parametric.

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Bridge requirements between aero dynamic, cosmetic and engineering design elements with surfacing and 3d model designs.

• Work directly with Engineering to complete new designs and modifications, incorporate engineering change orders and release detailed drawing packages

• Create and revise class A surface, solid models and detailed drawings of complex components and assemblies using ICEM, and Creo Parametric

• Manage, promote and release engineering data using Windchill PDMLink

• Help create and develop new digital design tools for the team, to ensure design methods continue evolving

• Mentor junior team members as deemed necessary and when requested fully supervise team members, managing projects, assigning tasks, checking surface quality and giving guidance, preferred

• Regularly review all data for quality and use of “best modeling practice” as defined by Cirrus, providing feedback as needed, preferred

• Take active measures to ensure data deliveries are met on time managing resources as deemed necessary.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 18+ years of related experience.

• Associate's degree or greater in Mechanical Design, Industrial Design, or a related field with an emphasis on Advanced 3D CAD Surface modeling

• High level Advanced 3D CAD Surfacing; consumer centered design, Class A surfacing preferred

• The ability to translate design intent into high quality 3D CAD surfaces from point clouds, surfacing software exports, and sketches.

• Proficient planning and organization skills, initiative, accountability, and a strong attention to detail

• At least two years' experience using Creo Parametric preferred

• Relatable experience in ICEM (preferred), SolidWorks, Catia, Rhino, and Alias

• Experience using Windchill PDMLink preferred,

• Strong understanding of top-down modeling principles and practices

• Proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerance

• A comprehensive understanding of carbon and glass reinforced composites or other material selection and impact on surfacing opportunities, preferred,

• Ability to work effectively with others in a cross functional organization

• Competent computer database, spreadsheet, presentation, and word processing abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Effective interpersonal skills

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Builds Effective Teams

• Optimizes work process

• Decision Quality

• Demonstrate Self Awareness

• Persuade

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan : Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
• Employer-Paid Coverages : Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage : Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking : With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO : 120 hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus : For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development : Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts : Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement : Company and employee clubs at various locations.

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

Payband: From $121,760.00 USD to $182,640.00 USD

Other Duties

Please note this is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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