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Engineering administrator jobs are open across aerospace, defense, construction, manufacturing, and energy, from entry-level support roles to senior program and project administration positions, with specializations in document control, project coordination, and technical compliance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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LEEBOY Inc., part of the FAYAT Group, is a global leader in the production of commercial asphalt pavers and road maintenance equipment. With more than 60 years of industry expertise, we deliver reliable, high-quality machinery that supports road construction professionals worldwide. We value integrity, innovation, and agility, and we recognize our employees as our most important asset. Our commitment to excellence continues to strengthen the trust placed in our products and our brand.
Position Summary:
The SolidWorks Administrator / CAD Systems Engineer is responsible for the administration, optimization and continuous improvement of the organization's SolidWorks and Enterprise PDM (SPDM) environments. This role serves as the technical expert for CAD systems, supporting engineering users, managing software upgrades and system configurations, and driving process improvements that enhance design efficiency, data integrity, and product development performance.
This position partners closely with Engineering, IT, Manufacturing, and Product Management teams to ensue effective integration between CAD, PDM, ERP and change management systems while supporting engineering best practices and product development initiatives.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
CAD Administration & Systems Management:
- Administer, maintain, and optimize the SolidWorks and Enterprise PDM environments.
- Evaluate, test, and validate new SolidWorks releases, service packs, and software updates prior to deployment.
- Partner with IT to coordinate software installations, upgrades, maintenance, and user support activities.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance SolidWorks templates, standards, libraries, toolbox components, and related engineering resources.
- Manage PDM vault structures, workflows, permissions, metadata, and document control processes.
- Ensure system performance, reliability, security, and data integrity across CAD and PDM platforms.
User Support & Training:
- Serve as the primary technical resource for SolidWorks and PDM users.
- Troubleshoot CAD, DPM, and data management issues and provide timely resolution.
- Train and mentor engineers and designers on SolidWorks modeling techniques, best practices, and system functionality.
- Develop and maintain user documentation, procedures, and training materials.
- Promote standardization and continuous improvement in engineering design practices.
Engineering Process Improvement:
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve engineering productivity, design quality, and workflow efficiency.
- Review technical drawings and models to ensure compliance with company standards and engineering procedures.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to improve modeling methods, drawing quality, and documentation standards.
- Drive initiatives that increase automation, standardization, and consistency within engineering systems.
- Support continuous improvement efforts related to product development and engineering operations.
Systems Integration & Data Management:
- Evaluate software tools and technologies that enhance integration between SolidWorks, PDM, ERP, MRP, and engineering change systems.
- Support development and implementation of solutions that improve engineering data flow and information accuracy.
- Assist with BOM management and synchronization between engineering and business systems.
- Support Engineering Change Request (ECR) and Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes.
- Ensure proper management of complex product structures and multi-level bills of material.
Product Design Support:
- Assist engineering teams with product design, modeling, and design validation activities as workload permits.
- Provide technical guidance on mechanical design practices and CAD methodologies.
- Support new product development initiatives and engineering projects.
- Contribute to design reviews and product improvement efforts.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline preferred.
- Minimum 4 - 10 years of SolidWorks administration, mechanical design, CAD support, or engineering systems experience.
- Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant experience will be considered.
- Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
Technical Skills:
- Advanced knowledge of SolidWorks, including administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization.
- Strong experience supporting and administering SolidWorks Enterprise PDM (EPDM/PDM Professional).
- Experience managing CAD standards, templates, workflows, and document control processes.
- Knowledge of SQL-based environments and Windows administration principles related to CAD/PDM systems.
- Experience with ERP/MRP platforms (Epicor experience preferred).
- Understanding of mechanical systems, assemblies, engineering drawings, and multi-level bills of material.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience integrating CAD/PDM systems with ERP, PLM, or manufacturing systems.
- Experience supporting engineering change management processes.
- Familiarity with API development, automation tools, or CAD customizations.
- Knowledge of Lean Product Development or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
- Experience supporting complex mechanical equipment or industrial products.
Preferred Certifications:
- SolidWorks Certified Professional (CSWP)
- SolidWorks Expert (CSWE)
- SolidWorks PDM Professional Certification
- Other relevant CAD, PDM, or engineering systems certifications.
LEEBOY Inc., part of the FAYAT Group, is a global leader in the production of commercial asphalt pavers and road maintenance equipment. With more than 60 years of industry expertise, we deliver reliable, high-quality machinery that supports road construction professionals worldwide. We value integrity, innovation, and agility, and we recognize our employees as our most important asset. Our commitment to excellence continues to strengthen the trust placed in our products and our brand.
Position Summary:
The SolidWorks Administrator / CAD Systems Engineer is responsible for the administration, optimization and continuous improvement of the organization's SolidWorks and Enterprise PDM (SPDM) environments. This role serves as the technical expert for CAD systems, supporting engineering users, managing software upgrades and system configurations, and driving process improvements that enhance design efficiency, data integrity, and product development performance.
This position partners closely with Engineering, IT, Manufacturing, and Product Management teams to ensue effective integration between CAD, PDM, ERP and change management systems while supporting engineering best practices and product development initiatives.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
CAD Administration & Systems Management:
- Administer, maintain, and optimize the SolidWorks and Enterprise PDM environments.
- Evaluate, test, and validate new SolidWorks releases, service packs, and software updates prior to deployment.
- Partner with IT to coordinate software installations, upgrades, maintenance, and user support activities.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance SolidWorks templates, standards, libraries, toolbox components, and related engineering resources.
- Manage PDM vault structures, workflows, permissions, metadata, and document control processes.
- Ensure system performance, reliability, security, and data integrity across CAD and PDM platforms.
User Support & Training:
- Serve as the primary technical resource for SolidWorks and PDM users.
- Troubleshoot CAD, DPM, and data management issues and provide timely resolution.
- Train and mentor engineers and designers on SolidWorks modeling techniques, best practices, and system functionality.
- Develop and maintain user documentation, procedures, and training materials.
- Promote standardization and continuous improvement in engineering design practices.
Engineering Process Improvement:
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve engineering productivity, design quality, and workflow efficiency.
- Review technical drawings and models to ensure compliance with company standards and engineering procedures.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to improve modeling methods, drawing quality, and documentation standards.
- Drive initiatives that increase automation, standardization, and consistency within engineering systems.
- Support continuous improvement efforts related to product development and engineering operations.
Systems Integration & Data Management:
- Evaluate software tools and technologies that enhance integration between SolidWorks, PDM, ERP, MRP, and engineering change systems.
- Support development and implementation of solutions that improve engineering data flow and information accuracy.
- Assist with BOM management and synchronization between engineering and business systems.
- Support Engineering Change Request (ECR) and Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes.
- Ensure proper management of complex product structures and multi-level bills of material.
Product Design Support:
- Assist engineering teams with product design, modeling, and design validation activities as workload permits.
- Provide technical guidance on mechanical design practices and CAD methodologies.
- Support new product development initiatives and engineering projects.
- Contribute to design reviews and product improvement efforts.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline preferred.
- Minimum 4 - 10 years of SolidWorks administration, mechanical design, CAD support, or engineering systems experience.
- Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant experience will be considered.
- Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
Technical Skills:
- Advanced knowledge of SolidWorks, including administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization.
- Strong experience supporting and administering SolidWorks Enterprise PDM (EPDM/PDM Professional).
- Experience managing CAD standards, templates, workflows, and document control processes.
- Knowledge of SQL-based environments and Windows administration principles related to CAD/PDM systems.
- Experience with ERP/MRP platforms (Epicor experience preferred).
- Understanding of mechanical systems, assemblies, engineering drawings, and multi-level bills of material.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience integrating CAD/PDM systems with ERP, PLM, or manufacturing systems.
- Experience supporting engineering change management processes.
- Familiarity with API development, automation tools, or CAD customizations.
- Knowledge of Lean Product Development or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
- Experience supporting complex mechanical equipment or industrial products.
Preferred Certifications:
- SolidWorks Certified Professional (CSWP)
- SolidWorks Expert (CSWE)
- SolidWorks PDM Professional Certification
- Other relevant CAD, PDM, or engineering systems certifications.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering administrator jobs.
- Proficiency with document control systems such as SharePoint, Aconex, or Documentum
- Experience coordinating engineering change orders, RFIs, and technical submittals
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Outlook
- Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar quality management standards
- Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering technology, business administration, or a related field
- Ability to maintain accurate project records, schedules, and compliance documentation under tight deadlines
Tips for Your Engineering Administrator Job Search
Tailor your resume to each sector
Engineering administrator roles in defense and aerospace emphasize document control systems and regulatory compliance, while construction-focused roles prioritize scheduling and subcontractor coordination. Reframe the same experience in sector-specific language for each application rather than sending one generic resume.
Highlight document control software proficiency
Many hiring managers screen engineering administrator applicants specifically for hands-on experience with controlled-document platforms. Name the systems you've used, such as Aconex, SharePoint, or Documentum, and describe the volume and types of technical documents you managed.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists engineering administrator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your certifications
Openings that call out CAPM, PMP, or specific ISO or AS9100 familiarity are filtering heavily on those credentials. Applying to roles that explicitly list what you hold moves you ahead of generalist candidates who meet only the softer requirements.
Prepare a portfolio of process work
Bring concrete examples to interviews: a document register you built, a change-order log you maintained, or a corrective action report you drafted. Engineering administrators who can show organized process artifacts rather than just describe responsibilities stand out in technical hiring panels.
Follow up with a technical summary after interviews
Send a brief follow-up note that references a specific problem discussed in the interview and sketches how you'd approach it, such as a gap in their document workflow or a revision-control challenge they mentioned. It demonstrates exactly the administrative precision the role demands.
Engineering Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most engineering administrators?
Garmin, Amphenol, and Marriott International are hiring the most engineering administrators right now, with openings concentrated in Pennsylvania, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors, large construction firms, and energy companies tend to post the most volume year-round.
How many engineering administrator jobs are remote?
About 46% of engineering administrator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully on-site roles remain common in construction, manufacturing, and defense. Document control and project coordination sub-specialties within the role are most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility, particularly at larger enterprise employers.
How do you become an engineering administrator?
Start by earning a degree or certificate in engineering technology, business administration, or construction management, then build hands-on experience with document control, project scheduling, or technical records management. Learning the document control or project management software used in your target industry strengthens your candidacy significantly. Many engineers move into administration by formalizing the coordination work they already do in technical roles.
How do you get hired as an engineering administrator with little experience?
Focus on roles with titles like engineering support coordinator or administrative assistant in an engineering department, which often serve as direct entry points. Demonstrate proficiency with controlled-document workflows, file management systems, and meeting coordination in your resume, even if gained through coursework, internships, or adjacent office roles. Smaller firms and subcontractors tend to be more open to candidates building foundational experience than large primes.
What does the engineering administrator interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone screen focused on your administrative software experience and familiarity with document control or project coordination workflows. A second round with the hiring manager or a technical lead often includes scenario questions, such as how you'd handle a revision conflict in a document register or a missed submittal deadline. Some employers ask candidates to complete a short work sample involving a mock filing task or schedule update.
Where can I find and apply to engineering administrator jobs?
You can find and apply to engineering administrator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your background, sector preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing that matches your experience.
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