Job Description

This position is responsible for creating and maintaining ATA case designs using Autodesk Inventor and iLogic automation tools. The CAD Engineer will develop and manage design templates, produce production drawings, and support the Sales, Project Management, and Manufacturing teams with efficient and accurate design solutions. This role also provides technical guidance and coordination within the engineering team and reports to the Engineering Manager.

Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Create and maintain 3D models and production drawings using Autodesk Inventor.
Develop, maintain, and improve iLogic rules and configurable design templates to streamline engineering processes.
Produce assembly drawings, fabrication drawings, and bills of material for production.
Create rough layouts and concept drawings to support sales quotations and customer requirements.
Manage and organize CAD files, libraries, templates, and engineering documentation.
Review designs for manufacturability, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements.
Work closely with project managers, production personnel, and suppliers to resolve design issues.
Support prototype development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide technical assistance, leadership, and guidance to members of the engineering and CAD team.
Assist with assigning priorities and coordinating workflow within the CAD department.
Leading engineering projects and support training of new personnel.
Other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

Advanced proficiency with Autodesk Inventor and related CAD tools.
Experience creating and maintaining iLogic rules, configurable assemblies, and design templates.
Knowledge of standard drafting practices and manufacturing methods.
Experience designing with plywood, plastics, aluminum, steel, and related materials.
Ability to create designs from verbal instructions, sketches, and customer requirements.
Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and PDF software.
Strong organization and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and assist in leading team projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:
Work is regularly performed in a combination of office and warehouse environments and is regularly exposed to heavy machinery and noise.

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position may need to sit or stand as needed and may require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required using proper lifting techniques. The position may require the ability to lift no more than 10 lbs. at a time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position with an expectation to work 40 hours per week. Must be available to work overtime as needed.

Travel:
Occasional travel may be required for this position.

Required Education and Experience:

3+ years of experience using Autodesk Inventor.
Experience creating and maintaining iLogic templates and automation routines.
3+ years of manufacturing or product design experience.
High School Diploma or GED.

Preferred Education and Experience:

5+ years of Autodesk Inventor experience.
Associate degree or certification in Engineering Technology, CAD, or a related field.
Experience in cabinetry, ATA cases, woodworking, sheet metal, or industrial product design.
Previous experience coordinating projects or leading small engineering teams.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description 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.

About Nationwide Video

Nationwide Video is a wholesale subrental company that provides Pro AV grade rental equipment to Pro AV Staging companies, with daily, weekly, monthly or even yearly rentals.

We will never compete with event stagers, and we provide high quality, show-ready, organized, and affordable rental gear.

• House all the top brands and loaded models. With our depth of inventory, we offer you choices.

• Super solid rental rates – daily, weekly, monthly or yearly rentals

• Freight free standard ground shipping in the U.S. since 1999

• 11 Locations in key event cities all over North America.

• We’re available every day of the year, any time of day.

• No gimmicks, no hidden costs.

• Coolest group of industry-experienced support staff that you’ll ever want to work with.

• We ship to you at your facility or direct to show site.

• We set the quality standard for wholesale subrental gear.

• Our gear goes through a stringent QC process after every rental.

• Gear NEVER goes from show to show

• We train technicians with our Technician Training Courses

Our mission is to make our clients lives easier, and we consider ourselves a true partner. Know that a call for a single lens rental gets the same attention as five 53’ foot semi’s headed to the super bowl. At Nationwide Video... We've Got Your Gear. We've Got Your Back.

Industry

Events & Trade Shows

Company Size

51-200 employees

Headquarters

Wixom, Michigan

Year Founded

1998

Website

nationwidevideo.com

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