Product Design Technician

Job Summary

The Product Design Technician – Level II is responsible for creating, modifying, and maintaining engineering models, drawings, and product specifications for Cummins products in accordance with company, industry, national, and international standards.

The role primarily supports EBU component and assembly design activities using Creo, including 3D modeling, production drawing development, GD&T application, CAD quality checks, Windchill data management, and engineering change implementation. The position works closely with engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver accurate, manufacturable, and configuration-controlled product documentation while meeting defined quality and timing expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Product Design & CAD Modeling

• Create and modify 3D component and assembly models using Creo based on engineering requirements, design inputs, packaging constraints, and applicable standards.
• Develop and maintain product specifications, including solid models, configured engineering bill of materials, and detailed engineering drawings.
• Support engineers in developing CAD concepts and basic design solutions for assigned EBU components and assemblies.
• Apply mechanical design principles and working knowledge of product systems to develop accurate and practical design solutions.
• Consider product requirements, operating environments, interfaces, clearances, manufacturability, and lifecycle requirements when developing models and drawings.
• Escalate complex design or technical decisions to the responsible engineer or technical lead.

Engineering Drawings & GD&T

• Create and revise production drawings using Creo, including dimensions, tolerances, GD&T, notes, materials, and other required engineering specifications.
• Ensure drawings accurately communicate design intent and manufacturing and inspection requirements.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles appropriately to product designs.
• Ensure models and drawings comply with applicable Cummins, industry, national, and international standards.
• Participate in Drawing Quality Reviews and incorporate review feedback into engineering documentation.

CAD Quality & Self-Check

• Perform detailed self-checks of Creo models and drawings before formal review.
• Verify geometry, dimensions, interfaces, clearances, drawing details, GD&T, and design requirements.
• Identify and correct discrepancies, errors, and quality issues before release.
• Maintain high standards of CAD and drawing quality through adherence to established design practices and procedures.

Windchill & Product Data Management

• Use Windchill and applicable CAD data management tools to manage models, drawings, associated product data, revisions, and lifecycle activities.
• Maintain configuration control, data integrity, security, and traceability of product artifacts.
• Establish and maintain product artifact baselines in accordance with configuration management processes.
• Support the release, tracking, control, and communication of product changes from concept through obsolescence.

Engineering Change Management

• Process and implement approved engineering changes, including CR/CN/CA activities, in Creo models, drawings, and associated product data.
• Complete required Windchill activities while maintaining accurate revision and configuration control.
• Process internal engineering work requests in accordance with established procedures and timelines.
• Ensure changes are accurately reflected across applicable product documentation and configurations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Engage with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Product Development, and other functional teams as required.
• Obtain and incorporate engineering inputs to develop accurate product specifications and documentation.
• Communicate technical information, requirements, risks, and work status clearly to relevant stakeholders.
• Support effective communication of product design intent across engineering, manufacturing, and inspection functions.

Delivery & Continuous Improvement

• Complete assigned design and drafting activities within agreed quality, scope, and timing expectations.
• Communicate risks, technical concerns, and potential delays at an early stage.
• Progressively work with reduced supervision as technical capability and product knowledge develop.
• Learn from drawing reviews, checker feedback, quality issues, and completed assignments and apply lessons learned to future work.
• Participate in maintaining and improving design standards, practices, tools, and processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of product design quality, documentation, and engineering workflows.

Skills & Experience

Required

• Some relevant work experience with intermediate-level technical knowledge gained through education, training, internships, or on-the-job experience.
• Hands-on experience with Creo Parametric 3D modeling and drafting.
• Ability to create and modify mechanical component and assembly models.
• Experience creating and revising engineering drawings with dimensions, tolerances, notes, materials, and other engineering specifications.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and mechanical drawing practices.
• Understanding basic mechanical design principles and engineering documentation requirements.
• Working knowledge of Windchill or other PLM/CAD data management systems.
• Understanding of product configuration and engineering change management processes.
• Ability to perform CAD and drawing self-checks and identify geometry, dimension, interface, clearance, and documentation issues.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturing considerations.
• Ability to interpret engineering requirements, design inputs, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to drawing and CAD quality.
• Good communication, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with engineers, technical leads, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to manage assigned work independently while escalating complex technical issues appropriately.

Preferred

• Experience supporting engine or EBU components and assemblies.
• Experience with Windchill product lifecycle and configuration management activities.
• Exposure to CR/CN/CA engineering change processes.
• Experience participating in formal Drawing Quality Reviews or design reviews.
• Knowledge of applicable Cummins, industry, national, and international engineering standards.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and inspection requirements.
• Experience working in a structured engineering design, drafting, or product development environment.

Competency

Technical Competencies

• Mechanical Design Modeling and Analysis: Creates accurate CAD models in accordance with established standards and supports design analysis and evaluation activities.
• Mechanical Design of Mechanical Systems: Applies knowledge of mechanical systems and design principles to develop sound and practical design concepts.
• Mechanical Design Specification: Creates complete and accurate product specifications through solid models, configured engineering BOMs, and detailed drawings.
• Product Configuration and Change Management: Maintains product artifact baselines and ensures changes are properly released, tracked, controlled, and communicated throughout the product lifecycle.
• CAD and Drawing Quality: Applies established CAD standards, performs effective self-checks, and ensures drawings and models meet defined quality requirements.
• GD&T Application: Applies GD&T principles to accurately define product requirements and manufacturing/inspection characteristics.

Behavioral Competencies

• Communicates Effectively: Clearly communicates technical information, requirements, work status, and concerns to different audiences.
• Decision Quality: Makes sound and timely decisions within the scope of assigned responsibilities and established processes.
• Drives Results: Delivers assigned work with focus on quality, accuracy, productivity, and timelines.
• Instills Trust: Demonstrates integrity, accountability, reliability, and transparency in interactions and work delivery.
• Manages Complexity: Analyses technical information and resolves issues using a structured approach.
• Self-Development: Actively develops technical knowledge and skills through training, feedback, and practical experience.
• Values Differences: Recognizes and respects different perspectives, experiences, and approaches while working with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, certificate of completion of secondary education, or equivalent experience in an appropriate STEM field.
• A relevant two-year Associate Degree, technical diploma, or regionally applicable certification may be required depending on the location and role.
• Formal education or technical training in mechanical design, drafting, CAD, or a related engineering discipline is preferred.
• The position may require licensing or eligibility in accordance with applicable export control or sanctions regulations.