CAD Designer at Varian Medical Systems, Inc. in Palo Alto, California

Job Description:

Together, we can beat cancer.

At Varian, we bring together the world's best talent to realize our vision of a world without fear of cancer. Together, we work passionately to develop and deliver easy-to-use, efficient oncology solutions. If you want to be part of this important mission, we want to hear from you.

The CAD Designer/ Drafter will work within the Global Training and Education department to produce/modify models or drawings to be used in Education curricula for Radiation Oncology Equipment and related concepts.

The CAD Designer/ Drafter will work within the Global Training and Education department to produce/modify models or drawings to be used in Education curricula for Radiation Oncology Equipment and related concepts.

What You'll Do

• Create visually engaging 2D and 3D images/drawings


• Create accurate 3D models and animations to show functional application of all system components within a large complex medical device.


• Creates and modifies designs for special assignments


• Extensive solid modeling and drafting using 3D CAD Software (SolidWorks and/or Creo) and/or 3D visual effects applications.


• Design mixed reality experiences


• Design 360 virtual tours for product demonstrations


• Interact with all levels of management, employees, and vendors to accomplish tasks


• Use various file management software application.


• Requirements


• Design, Drafting, or other related Technology-Based (Engineering, Electronics, etc.) Associate from an accredited college or university


• 3-5-years experience with 3d modeling software working with complex assemblies and creating detailed drawings


• Fast pace multitasker


• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions and written processes


• Experience creating and establishing processes for the development and delivery of modeled components


• Ability to work independently or as part of a team


• Willingness and ability learn the fundamentals of new technology


• Ability to Monitor work to meet completion dates


• Middle Level Solid Model creation

Nice to have

• Design, Drafting, or other related Technology-Based (Engineering, Electronics, etc.) Bachelor's degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university


• Experience using a Product Data Management (PDM, PLC, etc.) system


• 3D Animation Experience


• Game design and/or game engine Experience


• 3D Visual Effects Experience


• Digital illustration, image editing, and design experiences (CanvasX, Adobe Suite)


• Experienced using e-learning software (Articulate, or similar)


• Experience with LMS, SCORM, and xAPI knowledge


• Experienced using video editing tools (Final Cut, Adobe Suite, Camtasia or similar)


• Teaching experience


• Technical writing experience.


• Instructional design background

Fighting cancer calls for big ideas.

We envision a world without fear of cancer. Achieving this vision takes dedication and commitment from all of us, every single day. That's why we celebrate and value the distinctly beautiful and intersectional identities of each of our employees. We are a mirror of our patient-base, which allows us to innovate. Big ideas come from everywhere, and the best ideas are fostered by our unique individual experiences. At Varian, we encourage you to bring your whole self to work and believe your bold and authentic perspective will help to power more victories over cancer.

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