• NX Ship Building Design Engineer

    Actalent (Fort Worth, TX)


    We are seeking a mid-level CAD Conversion Engineer to support our engineering design team in transitioning legacy models into Siemens NX format. This role is critical to ensuring design continuity, data integrity, and compatibility across platforms for our maritime engineering projects.

    Descriptions:

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Convert 3D models, assemblies, and 2D drawings from legacy CAD systems (e.g., CATIA V5) to Siemens NX using best practices and validated workflows.

    • Validate geometry, features, and metadata post-conversion to ensure accuracy and completeness.

    • Collaborate with design engineers to resolve discrepancies and optimize models for downstream use in manufacturing and simulation.

    • Maintain documentation of conversion processes, issues encountered, and resolutions.

    • Support the integration of converted models into PLM systems such as Teamcenter.

    • Participate in design reviews and provide technical input on CAD standards and interoperability.

     

    Skills

     

    Design, Unigraphic, Maritime, catia, CAD conversions, Computer-aided design

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    Required Qualifications:

    • Proficiency in Siemens NX with 3–5 years of CAD modeling experience.

    • Strong understanding of CAD data structures, feature-based modeling, and assembly management.

    • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

    • Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

    Preferred Experience:

    • Familiarity with CATIA V5 and CAD data migration workflows.

    • Background in maritime, shipbuilding, or heavy industrial design.

    • Experience with PLM systems such as Teamcenter.

    • Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).

    • Exposure to scripting or automation tools for CAD (e.g., VB, Python).

    Experience Level

    Multiple levels open!

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $65.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.