Manufacturing CAD Designer (SolidWorks)

Job Summary:
The Manufacturing CAD Designer will be a detail-oriented and motivated individual. This mid-level role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in CAD drafting and design within a manufacturing environment. You will produce precise technical drawings, understand engineering principles, and gain proficiency in CAD software while supporting the Engineering team.
The CAD Designer is responsible for upkeep of production prints, support for new product launches, and engineering change requests. This includes part, tool, fixture, and gauge design in a metal fabricating and assembly environment.

Key Responsibilities:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time. Under the guidance of the CAD Administrator and Manufacturing Engineers, complete Design Mentorship elements including, but are not limited to:

• Read and interpret part prints, print changes, and specifications
• Prepare detailed tool component drawings and bill of materials
• Prepare part, supplier, inspection, and process drawings for Production
• Support internal teams with other design assistance as required
• Other duties as assigned or required
• Assist CAD designers and engineers with creating and modifying technical drawings and blueprints.
• Interpret and revise CAD drawings based on specifications and redlines.
• Support data entry, file management, and drawing organization within the PDM system.
• Participate in team meetings, take notes, and follow up on assigned drafting tasks.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency in all drafted documentation.
• Observe safety, quality, and confidentiality standards in all work performed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Design, Drafting, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on SolidWorks experience in a manufacturing or engineered-product environment.
• Strong proficiency with:
  • SolidWorks part, assembly, and drawing creation
  • GD&T and proper dimensioning per ASME standards
  • Design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA)
• Experience creating and maintaining:
  • Detailed production drawings
  • Bills of materials (BOMs)
  • Engineering change documentation
• Ability to work from:
  • Concept sketches
  • Legacy drawings
  • Verbal or written engineering requirements
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as:
  • Machining
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Welding
  • Assembly methods
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in manufacturing and engineering drafting.
• Experience with PDM systems. (SolidWorks PDM or similar)
• Experience in 3D Printing. (SLA / FDM)
• Exposure to continuous improvement / Lean manufacturing environments.
• Basic understanding of tolerance stack-ups and fit/function analysis.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Inside, manufacturing environment (well-lit and temperature control)

WORK SCHEDULE
Full-time; 1st Shift 7:00AM - 3:00PM

COMPENSATION
$26.59 - $34.89 per hour DOQ

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