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Work Location Type: Hybrid As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. With 2023 sales of $16.5 billion, we re dedicated to providing value for customers, fostering an engaging culture for team members and driving strong financial results. Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. As a 2024 Glassdoor Best Place to Work and a Great Place to Work-Certified company, we re looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry over our next 100 years. Position Details: In this role, you will support operational CAD build and maintenance processes and continuous improvement initiatives to achieve best in class CAD assortment and online customer experiences on Grainger.com. You will build new 2D and 3D CAD models through reverse engineering using product information, customer data, product measurements and 3D scans. You will have familiarity with SolidWorks, building with design tables, configurations, and creating CAD renders from models. This role will also support our CAD process both internally and with our 3rd party CAD vendor. You will report to the Director, Publishing. You Will:Create 3D CAD models and 2D Dimensional drawings in SolidWorks with knowledge of parametric solid modeling from data, product measurements and 3D scan dataReview 3D models and scans and provide recommendations for improvementsPerform onsite review of products for model developmentPerform research for project development and CAD creationHelp guide development of CAD technology and processesUnderstand project requirements and develop cost effective CAD models using available technology and resourcesUnderstand all aspects of Grainger s publishing processes and systemsMonitor deliverable progress, manage scope changes and changes requests, meet commitments, follow up, and be on timePartner with Content Strategy Manager and to build and implement the CAD strategy by providing structured data-driven analysesCollaborate with partners in Product Information, Publishing, Merchandising Strategy, Technical Product Support and Product Management to optimize CAD creation process You Have:Critical skillsDegree in CAD Drafting Technology, Industrial Design or Mechanical Engineering CAD Design Experience- Minimum three years working experience utilizing SolidWorks, Pro Engineer or Creo mechanical design and drawing software to modeling industrial productsDetail Oriented & Accurate - Able to build detailed-oriented mechanical 3D models & 2D drawings with minimal direction at a high rate of accuracyChange Management - foster collaboration cross-functionally; identify and manage impacts to key stakeholders; influence without authority; create alignment to achieve objectivesCommunication - excellent verbal and written communication; active listening; effectively distill complex information into a clear, appropriate messageRelationship Building - identify key internal and external stakeholders at all levels and develop strong partnering relationships; develop and maintain open communication and coordination; leverage relationships in pursuit of objectivesPreferred SkillsDemonstrated Project Management skills -ability to plan and execute on tight deadlines with multiple prioritiesResults and Deadline-orientedExperience in 3D Scanning/Geomagic Design X a plus Rewards and Benefits:With benefits starting day one, Grainger is committed to your safety, health and wellbeing. Our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet our team members individual needs. Check out some of the rewards available to you at GraingerMedical, dental, vision, and life insurance plansPaid time off (PTO) and 6 company holidays per yearAutomatic 6% 401(k) company contribution each pay periodEmployee discounts, parental leave, 3:1 match on donations and tuition reimbursementA comprehensive set of emotional, financial, physical and social wellbeing programs We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one s employment. With this in mind, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.