CAD/PDM Specialist

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products (such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions), iconic brands that consumers love (such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa), as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences (such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and the GrandVision network), and leading e-commerce platforms.

Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.

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Your #FutureInSight with EssilorLuxottica

Are you willing to pioneer new frontiers, foster inclusivity and collaboration, embrace agility, ignite passion, and make a positive impact on the world? Join us in redefining the boundaries of what’s possible.

ENVISION YOUR FUTURE JOB:

Looking for a versatile and detail-oriented Product Design Engineer (PDE) & CAD/PDM Specialist to join our Product Development Engineering team within the R&D Wearable organization. In this hybrid role, the resource will be directly involved in the mechanical design and engineering of innovative smart & wearable devices, while also serving as a key operational focal point for maintaining CAD libraries, PDM structure, change management processes, and data-sharing workflows across internal engineering teams and external partners.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND RELATED ACTIVITIES:

• PDM Structure Maintenance: Ensure the smooth daily functionality, accurate folder structure, and logical data organization of the PDM system (operational level; non-administrative). Platform used: PTC Windchill associated with PTC Creo. Linking with Enovia for PLM.
• CAD Library & Item Management: Maintain standard CAD component libraries, create new library items, and manage metadata and part attributes according to company naming conventions.
• Reference Architecture Data Management: Cleanly import, rename, structure, and maintain reference architectures and baseline 3D datasets.
• Change Management Process: Facilitate and maintain Engineering Change Management (ECM/ECO/ECN) processes, particularly when modifications impact core reference architectures or shared platform components.
• PDM Support & Collaboration: Support PDEs and mechanical design teams in the effective use of the PDM environment, including collaborative workspaces, permissions and secure data sharing, while partnering with the System/CAD Administrator to optimize workflows, resolve issues and maintain operational standards.
• Product Design & Mechanical Engineering :Participate actively in the product development lifecycle for consumer electronics devices, from concept definition through detailed design to mass production support. Create 3D CAD models, detailed 2D manufacturing drawings, and tolerance stack-up analyses for mechanical parts (plastic injection molding, sheet metal, die-castings, elastomer parts, etc.). Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Industrial Design, Hardware/EE, multi-physics Simulations, Operations/DFM) to ensure robust design integration.

EDUCATION AND BACKGROUND

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Product Design Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design for Product Development and/or CAD data management or high-density electronic products.
• Strong proficiency with 3D CAD software (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA) and enterprise PDM/PLM systems (e.g., Windchill, SolidWorks PDM, Teamcenter, or Enovia).
• CAD & PDM Expertise: Strong working knowledge of PDM data structures, CAD library setups, change management workflows, and secure data exchange protocols.
• Consumer Electronics Knowledge: Familiarity with plastic enclosure design, snap fits, ultrasonic welding, board layout integration, and manufacturing processes (injection molding, CNC, sheet metal) is considered a plus.
• Attention to Detail: Methodical approach to naming conventions, metadata management, revision control, and data accuracy.
• Communication & Support: Great interpersonal and communication skills to effectively support internal engineers and manage external partner interfaces. 

Salary Package:

• • Annual Gross Salary: 35.000 Eur – 45.000 Eur
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package:
    • Supplementary Health insurance coverage
    • Supplementary Pension Plan
    • Access to the EssilorLuxottica Corporate Welfare Catalogue
    • Company Canteen
    • Exclusive employee discounts on company products
    • Company-provided laptop and mobile phone

WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED TO KNOW?

In EssilorLuxottica you have the feeling of being part of a “success story”, no matter where you work in the EssilorLuxottica world, you can really make an impact. This position will be based in Agordo at our Operations headquarters. Milan headquarters (Corporate HQ) can be evaluated.

Are you ready for this challenge?

If yes, we are waiting for you.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment​

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.