Summary: The Designer creates and maintains 3D/2D math data for automotive applications, collaborating with engineers and customers within a CAD environment. Highlights: 1. Knowledgeable in automotive applications and component design 2. Creates and maintains 3D math data and 2D drawings 3. Assists engineers in designing major vehicle systems and components The Designer is responsible for the creating end items and component math data (3D/2D) while receiving direction and guidance from the Program Engineers within the CAD environment. **Primary Responsibilities:** * Knowledgeable in automotive applications, assembly and component design (i.e. CAD Software, PLM Solutions), while still acquiring higher‐knowledge and skills. * Create and maintain 3D math data and 2D drawings as required for customer manufacturing and internal engineering standards. * Build knowledge in best practices, processes and customers through ongoing professional development. * Understand customer required standards/design guides and uses this understanding to accomplish strategic objectives. * Understand Cooper Standard product lines outside of main discipline. * Creation of assembly and component drawings while utilizing internal and external resources which conform to customer and company standards/design guidelines. * Assist engineers in the design of major vehicle systems, assemblies or components in compliance with performance, design costs, design for manufacturability and capabilities * Mentor and support new designers * Perform engineering design studies from OEM/Tier customer supplied vehicle environments, sketches, and models or verbal instructions * Technical interfaces with the customer, design, manufacturing plants, testing and suppliers as required * Estimate timing required to perform CAD related assignments and meet customer specified timing * Knowledge of automotive vehicle layouts and interfacing components * Ability to solve problems in typical situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment * May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description * **Education and Qualifications:** * Two year CAD education required * Typically has two plus years of experience * Knowledge of respective CAD software (i.e. NX, CATIA V5, SolidWorks and Team Center OEM configuration) * Knowledge of GD\&T and application for specific product lines * Demonstrates selection of appropriate design solutions to meet the needs of the product * Ability to explain moderately complex information to others in a conscientious manner * Ability to provide solutions to various automotive component issues * Must show the ability to work under tight deadlines * Ability to perform in a fast‐paced working environment * Proficient in Microsoft Office * Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary 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.