Sr. CAD Designer - Helmets

Irvine, United States

Job Description

Job Overview:

As an CAD Designer, Your main responsibility is to take 2D design concepts into 3D CAD files. You will work with Industrial designers from Bell, Camelbak, Fox Racing & Giro, to bring concepts to reality. You will be responsible for organic A-side surfacing, while working closely & cross-functionally with the Engineering team to integrate engineering parameters, parts and components.

Essential Functions of this Role:

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Execute the 3D CAD design of complete products for all aspects inside and out, including but not exclusive to their function, aesthetics, usability, and comfort.
Create surfaces that respect the visual language of the brand, while contributing to their evolution.
Provide solutions to design issues through a clear understanding of user and market needs
Deliver CAD files which supply development, engineering & manufacturing partners with information required to understand & and commercialize the intended product.
Working closely with product development, ensure that the margin and timeline targets of each product are achieved.
Actively engage in research of target market, industry competitors, and cultural trends.
Understand and design to the certification standards of each product category.
Assist product development in the commercialization of products through changes and tech packs.

Competencies:

Proven CAD Expert in either, Rhino, Alias, Blender, Solidworks, Catia, or similar modeling software.
Excellent visual communication skills and demonstrated ability to create highly sculptural forms through products that have been brought to market or in personal projects
A deeply enthusiastic attitude towards the Action Sports industries
A self-starter who is able to execute based on company priorities and multiple project timelines

Work Environment:

This job requires employees to be in the corporate offices in Irvine CA, 3 days per week.

Physical Demands:

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or other move objects, including the human body.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

Expected Hours of Work:

May be required to work more than 8 hours during a workday.

Travel:

Domestic and International travel to vendor visits, trade shows, sales events, etc. as needed.

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

Exceptional surfacing skills in 3D CAD
3-5 years experience in Helmet Design.
A working knowledge of material properties, manufacturing processes and product development
Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite software packages and Microsoft Office

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Years of Experience

Pay Range:

Annual Salary: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00

The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.

We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, paid holidays, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Our Postings are not intended for distribution to or use in any jurisdiction, country or territory where such distribution or use would violate local law or would subject us to any regulations in another jurisdiction, country or territory. We reserve the right to limit our Postings in any jurisdiction, country or territory.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled

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