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Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designer / Engineer
Our manufacturing client specializes in prefabricated solutions, material handling equipment, and metal fabrication for the electrical and construction industries | Phoenix, AZ 85034 | Onsite
Work Schedule: 5:30am-3:00pm Monday-Friday with every other Friday off work
Summary:
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented CAD Designer / Engineer to support concept development, product documentation, and manufacturing design activities. This role will assist in developing concept models for RFQ (Request for Quote) opportunities, generating and managing part numbers, maintaining revision control, producing detailed design an d manufacturing drawings for both custom and channel products, and creating Bills of Materials (BOM’s) in an ERP environment. The position will also support product marketing and documentation efforts by creating product renderings and assisting with graphical assets such as logos for laser engraving and decals. This role works closely with engineering, sales, and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are accurately documented and manufacturable.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop 3D concept models to support RFQ opportunities and early-stage product evaluation.
- Generate and maintain part numbers and product documentation within the company’s design and ERP systems.
- Manage revision control and configuration updates for parts, assemblies, and drawings.
- Create manufacturing-ready drawings for production, including part, sub-assembly, and top- level assembly drawings.
- Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) within the ERP environment.
- Produce high-quality product renderings for channel products using KeyShot.
- Create logos and graphical elements for laser marking and decals using Adobe Illustrator.
- Support engineering and manufacturing teams by ensuring drawings clearly communicate design intent and manufacturing requirements.
- Maintain organized digital records of CAD models, drawings, revisions, and product documentation.
- Assist in updating legacy drawings and product documentation when required.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate degree or technical certification in CAD, Drafting, Mechanical Design, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 2–10 years of experience using SolidWorks.
- Experience with basic solid part modeling and assembly modeling techniques, including: Sheet metal design, Weldments, and Basic 3-axis machining considerations
- Ability to create clear and accurate manufacturing drawings for production.
- Exposure to revision control and configuration management practices.
- Exposure to ASME Y14.5 (GD&T fundamentals).
- Understanding of part, sub-assembly, and top-level assembly structuring in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to learn welding symbols and fabrication callouts.
- Ability to learn new tools including rendering and vector design software.
- Strong ability to work independently and manage assigned tasks.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) certification.
- 3–5 years of experience applying the relevant skills listed above.
- Strong understanding of sheet metal forming and weldment design, including design for manufacturability and tolerancing.
- Ability to assign and interpret AWS welding symbols.
- Experience using Adobe Illustrator.
- Experience creating product renderings using KeyShot.
- Familiarity with advanced assembly techniques in SolidWorks, including:
- Advanced mates (slots, chains, angle limits)
- Master modeling / in-context modeling techniques
Key Competencies:
- Mechanical design fundamentals
- Technical drawing development
- CAD modeling and assembly management
- Documentation and revision control
- Visual communication and rendering
- Independent work and task ownership
Kyle Wagehoft, Managing Director, Recruiting Services | Colossus Search Group
520-593-5564 | kyle@colossussearch.com | colossussearch.com
Client identity is withheld at the client's request and disclosed on the calibration call. Compensation reflects base salary; the full package is detailed during the process.