Description & Requirements ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY
At Andersen, we pride ourselves on our core values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Partnership and being a leader in Corporate Citizenship. Headquartered in Bayport, Minn., Andersen Corporation is the largest window and door manufacturer in North America.

We’re focused on bringing more light into people’s lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. Andersen embraces our nine Employee Resource Networks to celebrate our differences and to champion diversity. In 2024, we were recognized as one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women and Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America.

Earning the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference at Andersen.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The CAD Designer generates 3D models, assemblies, and drawings, for moderate to complex product designs with basic to moderate engineering direction while considering the needs of other business areas such as manufacturing, material process and environmental impacts. The CAD Designer leverages other technologies such as tolerance analysis, FEA modeling and rapid prototyping to turn ideas into solutions.  

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 Act as the team CAD application and PLM process expert Take appropriate action to resolve details not completely defined Identify and schedule deliverables, milestones and required tasks required for projects and take corrective action to achieve timelines 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Associate of Science Degree with a suggested minimum of 3 years’ experience in related area of work Proficient 3D solid modeling CAD Skills, including the ability to work through challenges independently (Autodesk Inventor & AutoCAD Preferred) Demonstrated knowledge of basic design analysis tools, and dimensioning & tolerancing strategies Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of tools 

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to build and establishing models for simulations including thermal simulation scenarios, FEA simulation coordination & Tolerance and Datum Strategy development Demonstrated knowledge of material characteristics and tooling concepts influencing design requirements Demonstrated knowledge of a Product Data Management system and process optimization Ability to mentor and train lower-level CAD associates on the standards, best practices and processes required to generate and manage the design models and documentation. 

COMPENSATION: Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process. Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn $29.69 - $44.53.

  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:• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching• Profit Sharing• Medical, dental, prescription, vision coverage• Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare expenses• Life Insurance• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities
We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experience will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.
At this time, we are not sponsoring candidates for work authorization in this position. Should you independently secure work authorization, please consider applying to this position.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, participate in a job interview, or engage in any part of the hiring process, please contact TACompliance@andersencorp.com.
In 2025 Andersen has set a profit sharing target of $3,500 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 Corporation 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 characteristics 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: Bayport, MN