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**:- 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)- 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