Description & Requirements

RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN

Renewal by Andersen is a pioneer in the window and door industry, and innovation is a huge part of who we are. Renewal by Andersen Signature Service combines the perfect combination of the best people in the industry, a superior process, and an exclusive product. As such, we take great care in building a team of skilled, passionate Difference Makers, caring for our team members’ personal and professional growth, and celebrating our differences. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace where all people feel respected, valued, and driven to realize their full potential. We always have opportunities for our team members to give back to the causes they’re most passionate about, and as an Energy Star Partner of the Year for many years, Renewal by Andersen is committed to environmental health and sustainability. If you want to be a Difference Maker, Renewal by Andersen is the place for you.  

 

SUMMARY: 

As a CAD Designer, you will be responsible to perform 3D part and assembly modeling for moderate to complex product designs along with providing your input, thoughts, ideas, options in collaboration with engineering staff as part of product development teams.  A high degree of CAD technology expertise is essential for this role to efficiently cycle through the design process iterations while ensuring flexible modeling techniques are in accordance with on-going life cycle support of the product models and drawings.  In this role you will also work with other related technologies which may include Tolerance Analysis, Rapid Prototyping, FEA model set up and processing, etc.  You will also be expected to have an understanding of and experience making design decisions based on Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) techniques.  You may be involved with project planning, estimating, and reporting.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

To assist in developing product design solutions by providing your input, thoughts, ideas, and options closely collaborating with product engineers.To iterate through design ideas generating 3-D CAD models to capture and communicate the design intent.Update Product Engineering documentation to accurately represent the red-line changes aligning to the corporate standards, procedures and best practices. Designers at this level will have little to no changes stemming from CAD audits.Assisting development with various prototyping methods. Develop positive relationships with suppliers as iterative development is needed.Act as the team CAD application and PLM process expert. Submit project timelines and tasks to communication trackerIdentify and schedule deliverables, milestones and required tasks. Monitor project progress and take corrective action to achieve timelines.  

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

 

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

Associates or Technical Degree in Drafting/CAD or related area of work (1-3 years)High School Diploma or equivalent with 3-5 years’ experience in drafting or related workDemonstrates a strong interest and basic aptitude to work in a technical or scientific field

TECHNICAL MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS: 

Proficient 2D and 3D solid modeling CAD SkillsDesign fundamentalsWorking knowledge of material characteristics and tooling concepts influencing design requirementsAdvance skills in AutoCAD and Inventor softwareWorking knowledge of a Product Data Management system.Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of tools.Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Project Management tools

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

Fenestration Knowledge preferred     

Business Knowledge Knowledge of products/services
Communication Skills Listening skills
Analytical/Conceptual/ Implementation Skills Time management
Problem-Solving Skills Creative thinking Work process management

CULTURE AND BENEFITS: 

“Be Orange. Be You” is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we’ll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn’t be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand* and the one homeowners love the most.** It’s also why we’re committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook. 

Benefits include, and are not limited to: 

·       Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance  

·       Health Savings Account contributions  

·       Paid holidays plus PTO  

·       401(k) plan & contributions  

·       Professional development and tuition reimbursement   

·       Charity contributions 

·       Nationwide career opportunities 

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today. 

 

In 2024, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $4,000 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.  

Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.

        Posting City: Cottage Grove, MN