Cad Engineer

Job Title: CAD Engineer - BIW Structure
Job Description
We are seeking an expert CAD Engineer specializing in Body in White (BIW) structures. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of proficiency in using CATIA and Dassault Systems 3DExperience (3DX) platforms, specifically within BIW design modules. This role requires an individual with extensive experience in a variety of CAD modeling techniques and a strong understanding of product structure principles.

Responsibilities

• Utilize expert-level proficiency in CATIA and Dassault Systems 3DExperience (3DX) for BIW design.
• Apply advanced CAD modeling techniques, including solid, surface, assembly modeling, and sheet metal design for BIW components.
• Conduct BIW CAD assembly decomposition, restructuring, and block generation, including creating assembly exploded views.
• Implement product structure principles within CAD environments for complex BIW assemblies.
• Create detailed technical drawings from CAD models, incorporating Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) for BIW components.
• Manage positional variabilities in CAD models for effective variant management in BIW.
• Compile and manage complex variant data using tools like Microsoft Excel.
• Evaluate complex BIW CAD structures and their relationship to product features, options, and critical performance attributes such as crash and NVH.
• Maintain excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Work effectively in a structured, sequential workflow.

Essential Skills

• Expert-level proficiency in CATIA and Dassault Systems 3DExperience (3DX) platforms.
• Extensive experience in BIW design modules.
• Strong understanding of product structure principles for complex BIW assemblies.
• Proficiency in creating technical drawings with GD&T for BIW components.
• Analytical skills to evaluate BIW CAD structures and their performance attributes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in advanced surface, solid, and sheet metal systems.
• Proficiency in managing variant data using Microsoft Excel.

Work Environment
The work environment is structured and sequential, requiring effective collaboration and attention to detail. The role involves the use of advanced CAD software tools and necessitates a strong understanding of BIW structural design principles.

Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Chennai, TN.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together