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Mechanical Engineer – CAD & Product Data Systems

Gary Platt Seating — Sparks, NV 89434

This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and long-term reliability of the company’s technical data. The Mechanical Engineer will focus on migrating legacy 2D/3D product information into current CAD and PDM standards, maintaining drawing files and engineering records, and protecting the quality of Bills of Materials across the full product lifecycle. This position plays a critical role in preventing data errors, reducing production disruptions, and supporting efficient new product and sustaining engineering activities.

Key Responsibilities

Legacy CAD Migration & Data Integrity (Primary Focus)

  • Convert legacy 2D and 3D models into updated SolidWorks formats aligned with current CAD standards.
  • Rebuild, clean, and optimize models, assemblies, and drawings for long-term maintainability.
  • Ensure all migrated data meets accuracy, completeness, and revision-control requirements.
  • Maintain and organize the CAD database to ensure accessibility, consistency, and traceability.
  • Standardize drawing templates, title blocks, notes, and dimensioning practices across product lines.

Engineering Documentation Control

  • Maintain drawing files, engineering records, design procedures, and reference documentation.
  • Implement updates to engineering documentation as standards evolve.
  • Support creation and revision of assembly drawings, exploded views, installation instructions, and technical documentation.
  • Prepare, manage, and execute Engineering Change Orders (ECO/ECR/ECN) with full documentation accuracy.

Bill of Materials (BOM) Accuracy & Maintenance (Major Risk Area)

  • Build, validate, and maintain Bills of Materials for new and existing products.
  • Audit BOMs to ensure alignment with current engineering designs, material specifications, and revision history.
  • Identify, correct, and prevent BOM discrepancies that could impact purchasing, manufacturing, or inventory.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, and Production to resolve BOM issues promptly.
  • Support reconfiguration of BOMs for custom orders and product variations.

Support for Engineering & Production

  • Assist engineering teams with updates to existing products and minor design improvements.
  • Provide production support through accurate documentation, clear drawings, and timely updates.
  • Coordinate with vendors on manufacturability questions and technical discrepancies.

Testing & Product Validation

  • Support basic product or materials testing as needed.
  • Document results and implement design or documentation changes as required.

Essential Skills

  • Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks (parts, assemblies, drawings).
  • Strong understanding of CAD standards, modeling best practices, and design documentation.
  • Experience with PDM systems for data control and revision management.
  • Ability to manage large volumes of data and maintain version accuracy.
  • High attention to detail—especially in BOMs, drawing accuracy, and file structures.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Experience & Education

  • BSME or equivalent mechanical engineering background.
  • Minimum 3–5 years working with CAD data management, drawing control, or product documentation.
  • Experience in manufacturing, product development, or sustaining engineering preferred.
  • Prior work involving CAD migration or BOM-heavy environments strongly valued.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
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