Job Description

As a CAD/CAM Engineer, you will work as an integral member of Nautique's Manufacturing Engineering team. This position is responsible for all production-ready CNC files and related items. This includes, but is not limited to, producing, managing, and maintaining all CNC files used for production and service parts purposes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform engineering work related to configuring, deploying, maintaining, and upgrading CAD models.
• Design, develop and engineer high-quality models using 3D and 2D CAD tools.
• Produce designs that meet targets for feasibility, performance, costs, quality, safety, legislation, and timing.
• Ensure that all work carried out is in compliance with company design, safety, quality, environmental compliance, and procedural standards.
• Update and maintain product design files.
• Assist in improving daily processes to ensure that the CAD systems meet customer requirements.
• Determine limitations, assumptions, and solutions in the design and development of CAD models.
• Determine design specifications and parameters for CAD models.
• Aid and advise in the development of new products.
• Bring concept illustrations and clay models to real-scale digital data.
• Analyze 3D models for functionality and compatibility of desired specifications
• Create visual renderings and technical drawings to be reviewed
• Create specification drawings for prototyping and manufacturing of new products
• Send out digital models for rapid prototyping and production tooling
• Create full-size working static prototype models of the design concept for Production engineer/cost analysis
• Create digital patterns, templates, and/or temporary tooling to aid new hull development

SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR SUCCESS IN THIS POSITION:

• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to work closely with all members of the organization
• Strong facilitation skills
• Excellent organization and project management skills
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to juggle and manage competing tasks and demands and deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Ability to make sound judgments and take the initiative to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and make decisions/choices within the functional area of responsibility with minimal direct supervision
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere and interaction with customers, co-workers, and management.
• Ability to handle emergency situations calmly.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience with computer-aided design and drafting software
• 2-5 years of experience in design and problem solving
• 2-5 years of experience in three-dimensional digital design
• Experience with free-form 3D modeling
• Experience in computer-aided manufacturing software and CNC routing
• Involvement in recreational skiing, slalom, and wakeboarding
• Excellent organizational skills and be self-motivated
• Be able to work well in a team environment with all departments within Nautique Boat Company.
• Have the ability to evolve personal working skills in a continuing effort to ensure that the Product Design and the Development team are always revolutionizing to benefit Nautique Boat Company.
• Willingness to accept a continuing education process in order to enhance the position for personal and overall corporate advantage.
• Promote and display the highest standards of ethics and practices both internally and externally as agents for Nautique Boat Company.
• Must be a licensed driver with a good driving record (subject to MVR)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment where ambient air temperature can exceed outside air temperature occasionally.
• Must be able to bend at waist and knees and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds when necessary.
• This is a safety-sensitive position.

Additional Information

WHY APPLY:

• Opportunity to take your career to the next level
• Work for a company that values people, performance and philanthropy
• Join a team that is passionate about making a difference in the world
• COMPETITIVE BENEFITS IF HIRED FULL TIME:
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Job Stability
• Incentive Bonus Plan
• Workout facility on property for employee use

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.