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# Designer - Chassis Systems

- **Company:** Harley-Davidson, Inc.
- **Location:** Wauwatosa, WI, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $74,900.0 - $112,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, CAD Data Exchange, Google Chrome, Release Management, Creo
- **Published:** September 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.harley-davidson.com/talentcommunity/apply/1386237800/?locale=en_US

## About the Role

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required, * Associate's degree in mechanical design, CAD Technology, or a related technical discipline is preferred., * Experience in CAD tools and PLM systems, including experience working with large assemblies and production drawings.

 * Demonstrated ability to deliver designs meeting quality, cost, and timing objectives.
 * Understanding of engineering drawing standards and application of GD&T.
 * Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

 * A minimum of 2 years of relevant CAD design experience is preferred.
 * Experience with Creo Parametric CAD software.
 * Experience in motorcycle, automotive, or vehicle product development environments.
 * Experience with manufacturing processes such as injection molding, casting, forming, forging, painting, and chrome plating.
 * Familiarity with design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA) principles., Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

## Description

This position is responsible for the CAD design and delivery of motorcycle components and systems from concept through production release. The Designer - Chassis Systems serves as a CAD designer supporting various motorcycle systems. This role focuses on detailed CAD modeling, large assembly management, drawing creation, and release while collaborating closely with engineers and cross-functional partners to meet quality, cost, timing, and manufacturability objectives., * Designs, integrates, and delivers chassis component and system designs from concept development through production release.

 * Creates and maintains complex CAD models, large virtual assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings using Creo Parametric, including advanced surfacing techniques as required.
 * Collaborates with engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to support design, development, and production of motorcycle components and systems.
 * Delivers optimal design solutions while adhering to project timing, performance objectives, quality standards, and cost targets.
 * Creates and processes engineering change notices using Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
 * Develops written and graphical documentation supporting engineering drawings, tolerance analyses, assembly documentation, and manufacturing requirements.
 * Applies established design standards, drafting practices, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
 * Considers manufacturing, assembly, service, and material constraints in all design activities.
 * Facilitates the transfer of CAD data between internal and external stakeholders and acts as a point of contact for updating internal CAD assemblies.


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