Summary: Administers and maintains CAD/CAE systems, including software and hardware, ensuring optimal functionality and providing technical support. Highlights: 1. Administers and maintains CAD/CAE systems, software, and hardware 2. Manages and fine-tunes workstations and resolves system problems 3. Coordinates software and OS maintenance with other IT disciplines **Position Summary:** The Business Systems Analyst / CAD Systems Administrator is responsible for the administration of the Company’s Computer‐Aided Design (CAD) systems and (CAE) Computer Aided\-Engineering systems. Oversees management of CAD functionality including user interface and response plans; installs, configures and implements software applications. **Primary Responsibilities:** * Maintain OEM CAD Software (CATIA V5, NX, 3DX), and OEM PLM/PDM Software (specifically Siemens TeamCenter); install upgrades and fixes as needed. * Maintain CAE software, workstations and CAE cluster instances. * Manages and fine\-tunes workstations, applies appropriate security patches and file management systems as needed * Troubleshoots software to ensure system problems are resolved. Proactively identifies potential issues and recommends/implements preventive solutions * Maintain CAD/CAE hardware for operating system and hardware issues; installs new client software on physical and virtual hardware * Attends CAD user group meetings and relevant training * Coordinates and/or performs software and operating system maintenance on CAD/CAE workstations and servers in close cooperation with other IT disciplines * Impacts quality and effectiveness of own work team and the work of others on the global team; works within guidelines and policies to achieve objectives and meet deadlines * Monitors application usage and make efficiency proposals for optimized landscape and license management * Participates in systems design specifications, including project scheduling and timelines * Handles calls for service (system problems/outages) during off‐duty hours if required * Builds knowledge of the company, products, processes, customers and supporting parties * Administers, maintains and evaluates CAD/CAE and related system software including database management and maintenance * Maintain CAD data exchange systems (e.g. Trubiquity, customer portals, etc.) * Provides informal guidance to new team members and IT resources as necessary * May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description. **Education and Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems management or related field preferred * Minimum of two years of computer experience including technical support in an environment with multiple systems * Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Windows Server, Linux and Microsoft Office * Outstanding written communication skills using both technical and non‐technical terminology. Ability to effectively document processes * Excellent troubleshooting and problem resolution skills, including hardware, software and basic networking as well as cyber security * Ability to apply critical thinking and collaborative approaches to improving services and solving technical challenges * Ability to solve problems in straightforward situations; analyze possible solutions using technical experience and judgement and precedents * Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills in order to relate well with a diverse group of end users, including co‐workers, public officials, member agencies, vendors and the general public. Must demonstrate professional demeanor and proper etiquette * Ability to explain moderately complex information to others * Strong working knowledge of Windows (Windows 11\) operating system on graphical workstations * Ability to install software, software patches, troubleshoot software issues and plotting devices for CATIA V5, Siemens NX, Solidworks and TeamCenter * Ability to install software, software patches, troubleshoot software issues for CAE software Altair HyperWorks Suite, Hexagon portfolio and others * General knowledge of CAD software such as CATIA V5, Siemens NX, 3DX and Solidworks * General knowledge of CAE software such as HyperWorks Suite and Hexagon portfolio * General knowledge of Trubiquity file transfer system, data transfer portals, networking, large format plotting devices * Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary **Work Environment/Work Conditions:** * Professional Office Environment * Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor * Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required * Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury * Activities are applicable for mobile work if coordinated and approved by manager Cooper Standard is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please note that Cooper Standard maintains a list of preferred recruiting agencies and only members of our Talent Acquisition Department have the authority to engage and authorize recruiting services. We also do not seek or accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters or staffing agencies. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Cooper Standard will be considered unencumbered and free from any charge whatsoever.