The Designer is responsible for the creating end items and component math data (3D/2D) while receiving direction and guidance from the Program Engineers within the CAD environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Knowledgeable in automotive applications, assembly and component design (i.e. CAD Software, PLM Solutions), while still acquiring higher‐knowledge and skills.
• Create and maintain 3D math data and 2D drawings as required for customer manufacturing and internal engineering standards.
• Build knowledge in best practices, processes and customers through ongoing professional development.
• Understand customer required standards/design guides and uses this understanding to accomplish strategic objectives. 
• Understand Cooper Standard product lines outside of main discipline.
• Creation of assembly and component drawings while utilizing internal and external resources which conform to customer and company standards/design guidelines.
• Assist engineers in the design of major vehicle systems, assemblies or components in compliance with performance, design costs, design for manufacturability and capabilities
• Mentor and support new designers  
• Perform engineering design studies from OEM/Tier customer supplied vehicle environments, sketches, and models or verbal instructions
• Technical interfaces with the customer, design, manufacturing plants, testing and suppliers as required  
• Estimate timing required to perform CAD related assignments and meet customer specified timing
• Knowledge of automotive vehicle layouts and interfacing components
• Ability to solve problems in typical situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment  
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description
• Education and Qualifications:
• Two year CAD education required
• Typically has two plus years of experience  
• Knowledge of respective CAD software (i.e. NX, CATIA V5, SolidWorks and Team Center OEM configuration)
• Knowledge of GD&T and application for specific product lines  
• Demonstrates selection of appropriate design solutions to meet the needs of the product
• Ability to explain moderately complex information to others in a conscientious manner
• Ability to provide solutions to various automotive component issues
• Must show the ability to work under tight deadlines
• Ability to perform in a fast‐paced working environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary