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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # REMOTE Model-Based Enterprise Principal Engineer - **Company:** MBD Limited Partnership - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $190,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, HTML5, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Metadata, Siemens NX, Information Technology, Creo - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/8350bbc1-2900-41dd-b895-ee481d5419ac ## About the Role leading user group engagement, and developing high-impact technical content, presentations, and frameworks. * Drive organizational capability development, including leading training strategies, mentoring engineers, and establishing scalable approaches for MBD authoring, validation, and consumption across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain organizations. Requirements: * U.S. Citizenship required. * Active security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance * Bachelor"s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, or a related engineering discipline. * Experience with Model-Based Definition (MBD), including a minimum of 5 years applying MBD within a Siemens NX CAD platform * 3+ years of experience leading Model Based Definition (MBD) or similar digital transformations * Advanced knowledge of model-based engineering standards and practices, including ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.41, and ASME Y14.47, with experience applying Product Manufacturing Information (PMI) and enabling its reuse in manufacturing and inspection workflows. * Advanced knowledge of digital product definition interoperability formats, such as 3D PDF, HTML5, STEP, QIF, JT, or similar formats used to enable downstream consumption of model-based data. * Strong technical communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to learn new technologies, communicate complex concepts clearly, and work effectively across cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and information technology. * Demonstrated growth mindset and forward-thinking approach, with the ability to identify opportunities to apply emerging technologies and evolving engineering processes to solve business and technical challenges. Preferred Qualifications: * ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Certification * Experience applying Model-Based Definition (MBD) in CAD systems beyond Siemens NX, such as PTC Creo, CATIA, or ## Description defining and executing digital transformation roadmaps, selecting pilot parts and operations, and guiding suppliers toward NSE MBE Maturity Index Level 4+ adoption. * Define, mature, and govern MBD standards and practices, including establishing current-state assessments, architecting future-state frameworks, and leading the transition from traditional 2D drawing practices to scalable model-based workflows. * Oversee and ensure quality of Model-Based Definition datasets, setting best practices and governance for geometry, annotations, metadata, attributes, product characteristics, and model structure to enable robust downstream consumption. * Lead pilot programs and technology evaluations, driving interoperability and digital thread enablement, while engaging with software vendors to influence tool capabilities and align solutions to customer needs. * Act as a technical thought leader, shaping internal and external perspectives through participation in industry standards organizations ## Related Videos - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [A Data Mesh needs Open Metadata](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/505-a-data-mesh-needs-open-metadata) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [How to Domain Model – An example from manufacturing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/742-how-to-domain-model-an-example-from-manufacturing) - [Crafting Custom Frameworks with Rust: A Deep Dive into Procedural Macros](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/849-crafting-custom-frameworks-with-rust-a-deep-dive-into-procedural-macros) - [Can SVG be fast? 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