CAD Design Analyst

at W.W. Grainger, Inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Work Location Type:Hybrid

As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. With 2023 sales of $16.5 billion, we're dedicated to providing value for customers, fostering an engaging culture for team members and driving strong financial results.

Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. As a 2024 Glassdoor Best Place to Work and a Great Place to Work-Certified company, we're looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry over our next 100 years.

Position Details:

In this role, you will support operational CAD build and maintenance processes and continuous improvement initiatives to achieve best in class CAD assortment and online customer experiences on Grainger.com.

You will build new 2D and 3D CAD models through reverse engineering using product information, customer data, product measurements and 3D scans. You will have familiarity with SolidWorks, building with design tables, configurations, and creating CAD renders from models. This role will also support our CAD process both internally and with our 3rd party CAD vendor.

You will report to the Director, Publishing.

You Will:
Create 3D CAD models and 2D Dimensional drawings in SolidWorks with knowledge of parametric solid modeling from data, product measurements and 3D scan data
Review 3D models and scans and provide recommendations for improvements
Perform onsite review of products for model development
Perform research for project development and CAD creation
Help guide development of CAD technology and processes
Understand project requirements and develop cost effective CAD models using available technology and resources
Understand all aspects of Grainger's publishing processes and systems
Monitor deliverable progress, manage scope changes and changes requests, meet commitments, follow up, and be on time
Partner with Content Strategy Manager and to build and implement the CAD strategy by providing structured data-driven analyses
Collaborate with partners in Product Information, Publishing, Merchandising Strategy, Technical Product Support and Product Management to optimize CAD creation process

You Have:
Critical skills
Degree in CAD Drafting Technology, Industrial Design or Mechanical Engineering
CAD Design Experience- Minimum three years working experience utilizing SolidWorks, Pro Engineer or Creo mechanical design and drawing software to modeling industrial products
Detail Oriented & Accurate - Able to build detailed-oriented mechanical 3D models & 2D drawings with minimal direction at a high rate of accuracy
Change Management - foster collaboration cross-functionally; identify and manage impacts to key stakeholders; influence without authority; create alignment to achieve objectives
Communication - excellent verbal and written communication; active listening; effectively distill complex information into a clear, appropriate message
Relationship Building - identify key internal and external stakeholders at all levels and develop strong partnering relationships; develop and maintain open communication and coordination; leverage relationships in pursuit of objectives
Preferred Skills
Demonstrated Project Management skills -ability to plan and execute on tight deadlines with multiple priorities
Results and Deadline-oriented
Experience in 3D Scanning/Geomagic Design X a plus

Rewards and Benefits:
With benefits starting day one, Grainger is committed to your safety, health and wellbeing. Our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet our team members' individual needs. Check out some of the rewards available to you at Grainger
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
Paid time off (PTO) and 6 company holidays per year
Automatic 6% 401(k) company contribution each pay period
Employee discounts, parental leave, 3:1 match on donations and tuition reimbursement
A comprehensive set of emotional, financial, physical and social wellbeing programs

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment that includes both... For full info follow application link.

Grainger is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.