CAD Designer I

If you enjoy turning concepts into manufacturable designs, working handson with SOLIDWORKS, and seeing your work make a real impact on production and customers, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in engineering design.

At Canrig, we view the CAD Designer I role as the starting point for a longterm engineering and design career. You'll gain handson experience, mentorship, and exposure to realworld manufacturing challenges while building a strong technical foundation.

Typical growth opportunities may include:

• CAD Designer II / Senior CAD Designer - Expanded responsibility for complex assemblies, tolerance analysis, and crossfunctional projects
• Design Engineer / Mechanical Engineer - Transition into engineering roles with increased design ownership and analysis
• Technical Specialist - Deep expertise in CAD standards, GD&T, manufacturability, or product platforms
• Project or Lead Roles - Opportunity to support project leadership, mentoring junior designers, or driving design best practices

Growth is supported through:

• Onthejob learning with experienced engineers and designers
• Exposure to manufacturing, quality, and supplier collaboration
• Increasing responsibility based on performance and skill development

We believe in developing talent from within and matching career progression to individual strengths and goals.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree in Engineering Technology

or

• Minimum 2 years of design experience with 4+ years of drafting experience

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, including machined parts, weldments, sheet metal, and assemblies
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and machine practices
• Experience preparing drawings in accordance with ANSI Y14.5 GD&T standards
• Familiarity with manufacturing or inventory software
• Ability to perform tolerance stackup studies
• Solid Microsoft Office skills

Professional & Communication Skills

• Clear written and verbal communication in English
• Ability to present technical information to teammates, customers, and vendors
• Strong problemsolving and judgment skills
• Highly organized, detailoriented, and dependable
• Able to manage multiple tasks in a fastpaced environment

Behavioral Competencies

• We're looking for someone who demonstrates:
• Problem Solving - Thinks critically and proposes sound solutions
• Teamwork - Collaborates effectively and supports team success
• Quality & Attention to Detail - Takes pride in accurate, highquality work
• Professionalism & Ethics - Acts with integrity and respect
• Adaptability - Adjusts well to changing priorities and new challenges
• Safety Awareness - Proactively follows and promotes safe work practices

Physical & Work Environment

• Mix of office and shopfloor environment
• Occasional standing, walking, climbing, bending, or lifting (up to 45 lbs.)
• Exposure at times to machinery, noise, weather changes, and industrial conditions
• Reasonable accommodation available

Additional Requirements

• Valid Driver's License
• Valid Passport
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed
• Develop 3D parametric models and assemblies using SolidWorks (preferred) and related CAD tools
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings that meet ANSI Y14.5 and company drafting standards
• Produce Bills of Materials (BOMs), Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and assembly documentation
• Generate sketches, views, and images for technical bulletins, documentation, and internal communications
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Marketing to support product development and improvements
• Provide technical support to vendors and suppliers as needed
• Participate in safety meetings and support a strong safety culture
• Take on additional projects and responsibilities as your skills grow

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