PDM Administrator / Mechanical Designer

Cellula Robotics Ltd

$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience with SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional administration.
  • 5+ years of experience in drafting complex mechanical components and assemblies.
  • Certified SOLIDWORKS PDM Administrator (CPDMA) credential required.
  • Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional / Expert (CSWP / CSWE) preferred.
  • Proven experience in designing and testing mechanical systems for robotics or embedded applications.
  • Strong proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Configure and maintain PDM vault workflows, permissions, and data cards.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve user access and file archive issues.
  • Develop automation scripts to improve workflow efficiency.
  • Create detailed 2D manufacturing drawings from 3D models using GD&T standards.
  • Collaborate with production engineering to address and resolve defects.
  • Train new engineers on best practices for data management and drafting standards.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence engineering data management and CAD processes.
  • Work in a dynamic environment with a focus on product development efficiency.
  • Professional growth through training and support in advanced tooling and systems.
  • Engagement in cross-departmental collaboration, enhancing communication skills.
  • Participation in innovative projects related to advanced mechanical systems.
Full Job Description
Cellula is looking to add a PDM Administrator / Mechanical Designer to its Engineering team to support product development and project delivery.

We seek a dual-role professional for a PDM Administrator / Mechanical Designer position to manage our engineering data infrastructure and generate mechanical manufacturing drawings. You will administer the SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional vault to ensure data integrity and workflow efficiency. You will also create precise fabrication drawings, update legacy schematics, and optimize CAD processes with automation tools to boost efficiency and excellence within the engineering team. The ideal candidate has experience administering SolidWorks PDM vault in a fast paced, dynamic engineering company.

Duties and Responsibilities

PDM Administration & Automation (40%)
  • Configure vault workflows, states, permissions, and data cards.
  • Troubleshoot user access, replication errors, and file archive issues.
  • Develop automation scripts using VBA or the SOLIDWORKS API.
  • Manage software upgrades, service packs, and client installations.
  • Maintain templates, custom properties, and bill of materials (BOM) exports.

Mechanical Drafting & Design (50%)
  • Create detailed 2D manufacturing drawings from 3D models.
  • Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
  • Execute Engineering Change Orders (ECO) and update legacy documentation.
  • Collaborate with production engineers to resolve manufacturing defects.
  • Verify assembly tolerances and perform interference checks.

Training & Support (10%)
  • Train onboarding engineers on vault best practices and drafting standards.
  • Write standard operating procedures (SOPs) for data management protocols.

Required Skills & Experience
  • 3+ years administering SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional environments.
  • 5+ years drafting complex mechanical components and assemblies.
  • Certified SOLIDWORKS PDM Administrator (CPDMA) credential.
  • Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional / Expert (CSWP / CSWE).
  • Working experience designing, building, testing, and operating mechanical systems in robotics or embedded system application.
  • Engineering design and document configuration management.
  • Technical documentation: specifications, requirements, test plans/reports, operator manuals etc.
  • Proficient with: SolidWorks 3D modelling, drawings, stress analysis, thermal analysis, and/or CFD.
  • Experience using common hand tools to assemble complex mechanical systems.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Desirable Skills & Experience
  • Diploma in related Technologist field.
  • Expert proficiency in SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD modeling.
  • Strong working knowledge of sheet metal, machining, and injection molding.
  • Proficiency in VBA, C#, or VB.NET for API custom tool development is a considered a benefit.
  • Methodical approach to file structures and configuration control.
  • Clear communication style for cross-department training.
  • Sharp analytical skills for debugging workflow script errors.
  • Experience with unmanned vehicles.
  • Experience generating 2D drawings using DraftSight or AutoCAD.

Please include a cover letter as part of your application.

Reports to: Mechanical Engineering Manager

Position type: Full time

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