CAD & PDM Administrator

JTSCaldwell, ID

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Overview

Schedule

Alternate-schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Job Description

Summary: Own the availability, integrity, security, and scalability of our SOLIDWORKS PDM and CAD environment. Develop, govern, and enforce CAD standards and drive automation and custom solutions (APIs, macros, add‑ins, and scripts) to increase throughput, reduce rework, and ensure compliant, auditable data from concept to release.Accountabilities:

Administer, configure, and maintain SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional and CAD systems, including vault structure, workflows, permissions, metadata, templates, and libraries.
Develop, deploy, and support automation and custom solutions including SOLIDWORKS PDM API integrations, macros, and related tools to increase engineering throughput.
Provide technical support, training, and standards enforcement for CAD and PDM users across multiple sites.
Support the ECR change process by ensuring revision control and traceability within SOLIDWORKS PDM, including support for integrations with project management and work tracking systems.
Own and maintain SOLIDWORKS PDM to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central integration (via CADLink) ensuring seamless, reliable data flow between PDM and ERP.
Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., IT) and external vendors on system upgrades, patches, licensing, and troubleshooting.
Identify and deliver CAD and PDM improvement initiatives through structured project planning and execution.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Attributes

Safety First – Designs with safety as the foundation of every decision.
Be Transparent – Communicates clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
Always Reliable – Meets deadlines with precision and professionalism.
Drive Innovation – Improves submittal efficiency and design clarity.
Show Grit – Handles changing customer needs with persistence and flexibility.

Required Knowledge/Experience:

Working knowledge of product development processes, data management principles.
2–3+ years of hands-on experience administering SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional in a production environment (multi‑site preferred).
Experience developing and supporting SOLIDWORKS PDM automation using the PDM API (C#/.NET), Dispatch, PowerShell, task add‑ins, and COM‑based API integrations.
Working knowledge with CAD applications—SOLIDWORKS required, familiarity with AutoCAD or other Autodesk tools preferred.
Experience supporting engineering users within manufacturing, engineering, or product development environments.
Coordinate and execute upgrades, patches, licensing, and environment changes with IT and external vendors.
Experience implementing and supporting project management platforms used for workflow and change control (ECR), Wrike preferred.
Familiarity with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred).
Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues, analyze problems, and implement effective solutions.
Proficient with Microsoft 365 collaboration suite.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work Environment and Physical Demands
FLSA executive and professional positions paid on a salary basis, where project requirements and tight client deadlines may require workweeks over forty (40) hours (including weekends or holidays)
This role will be in office setting, however frequent visits to the production floor are required to oversee operations, ensure compliance and safety standards.
Mobility: Ability to move around the manufacturing plant, including walking, standing, and climbing stairs.
Manual Dexterity: Occasional use of hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Lifting: Ability to lift and carry items up to twenty-five (25) pounds. All lifting should be done following OSHA standards.
Visual and Auditory Requirements: Must be able to see and hear well enough to navigate the plant safely and communicate effectively with team members.

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