Sr CAD Designer

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.

Our portfolio of brands — Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ — is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.

Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

As a Senior CAD Designer, and in addition to the purpose of CAD designer, you will be responsible to generate 3D models and assemblies for moderate to highly complex product designs given basic guidance and direction from the engineering staff. You will iterate though design options considering business, manufacturing, material, process, and environment impacts. It will be expected that you leverage the full depth and breadth of the CAD and CAE technologies and techniques to turn ideas into solutions.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To assist in developing product design solutions by providing your input, thoughts, ideas, and options under general direction of engineer’s rough product design intent.

• To carry out assignments of a moderately to advanced complex nature with general latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Converts engineers' rough product design sketches into working 3D CAD models, assemblies, and drawings.

• Update Product Engineering documentation to accurately represent the red-line changes aligning to and enforcing the corporate standards, procedures and best practices within their product team. Designers at this level will have little to no changes stemming from CAD audits.

• Following CAD standards and best practices while maintaining curiosity to identify and bring forward new ideas

• Assisting with prototype development and communicating with suppliers (3D printing, outside vendors) Meeting with suppliers and vendors to align and optimize design requirements

• Act as the team RDI CAD application, PLM process, and CAD Standards expert. Work to support the development and communication of CAD Standards.

• 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.

• Identify and schedule deliverables, milestones and required tasks. Monitor project progress and take corrective action to achieve timelines.

• Develop project tasks / timelines
  Communicate timelines to teams

• May require limited work direction of CAD Drafting associate’s work activities to meet timelines.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate of Science Degree with a suggested minimum of 5 years’ experience in related area of work

• Proficient 3D solid modeling CAD Skills, including the ability to work through challenges independently

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic design analysis tools

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of tools.

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of tools.

• Demonstrated knowledge of material characteristics and tooling concepts influencing design requirements

• Ability to build and establishing models for simulations including thermal simulation scenarios, FEA simulation coordination & Tolerance and Datum Strategy development

• Demonstrates ability to assess design concepts with manufacturing, costs, performance, sustainability, etc in mind.
  Process specific design knowledge (injection molding, extrusion, milling ect.) & provide design feedback

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in an engineering or research development environment

• 3D printing experience

• AutoCAD and Inventor experience

• 5 years experience in a related area of work

• Demonstrates effective communication skills

PAY RANGE:

CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

At Andersen, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, their talent, dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package – a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team member’s wellbeing and success. While specific benefits may vary by position or location, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and future. Our benefits include:

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching

• Profit Sharing*

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*

• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

• For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.

PROFIT SHARING: In 2026 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,600 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.

EEOC EMPLOYER: Andersen 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 characteristic 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.

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.