CAD Designer

Grand Rapids, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 05-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Leggett & Platt Inc. North Americas leading independent manufacturer of office furniture components and mechanisms is seeking a CAD Designer to join our Engineering team supporting the Work Furniture business. Our division specializes in high-quality contract furniture products including chair mechanisms bases arms seats backs and private label finished seating. Work Furniture brings diverse world-class manufacturing capabilities together in the production and assembly of high-quality contract furniture products.

As a CAD Designer you will be responsible for creating detailed 3D models and drawings supporting product development and contributing to design improvements. You will collaborate with engineers manufacturing teams and external partners to bring innovative furniture solutions to life.

So what will you be doing as a CAD Designer

Design robust parametric 3D models to support new product development.
Build complete assembly structures based on engineering bills of material (BOM).
Develop technical 2D drawings (parts and assemblies) in compliance with L&P drafting standards.
Revise existing CAD data (2D and 3D) to support engineering change activities.
Audit 2D drawings to ensure compliance with internal standards.
Participate in internal and external design review meetings.
Accurately log work hours and manage individual workload to meet deadlines.
Communicate potential delays proactively to team members.
Facilitate data exchange with customers and suppliers for quoting reviews and approvals.
Support other departments with CAD-relates tasks as needed.
Domestic travel up to 10% may be required.

To be successful in this role youll need:

Completion of a community college program technician/technologist diploma or equivalent.
3 years of CAD design experience- ideally in furniture product or mechanical design.
Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) drawing creation and basic FEA.
Practical experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Things we consider a plus:

Experience with SolidWorks Vault or 3DExperience platform.
A passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
Ability to prioritize tasks and clearly communicate technical concepts.

What to Do Next Now that youve had a chance to learn more about us what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply be sure to create a profile and sign up for job alerts so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

Our Values

Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other learning and development and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect empathy and belonging.
Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity delivering the results the right way taking pride in our work and speaking the truth good or bad.
Do Great WorkTogether occurs when we engage without hierarchy collaborate as a team embrace challenges and work for the good of all of us.
Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference challenge the status quo and biases to make things better foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

Were actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities gender identities and expressions ages ethnicities sexual orientations veteran status and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications wed love the opportunity to consider you.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

For more information about how we handle your personal data in connection with our recruiting processes please refer to the Recruiting Privacy Notice on the Privacy Notice tab located at

Leggett & Platt Inc. North Americas leading independent manufacturer of office furniture components and mechanisms is seeking a CAD Designer to join our Engineering team supporting the Work Furniture business. Our division specializes in high-quality contract furniture products including chair mecha...

So what will you be doing as a CAD Designer

Design robust parametric 3D models to support new product development.
Build complete assembly structures based on engineering bills of material (BOM).
Develop technical 2D drawings (parts and assemblies) in compliance with L&P drafting standards.
Revise existing CAD data (2D and 3D) to support engineering change activities.
Audit 2D drawings to ensure compliance with internal standards.
Participate in internal and external design review meetings.
Accurately log work hours and manage individual workload to meet deadlines.
Communicate potential delays proactively to team members.
Facilitate data exchange with customers and suppliers for quoting reviews and approvals.
Support other departments with CAD-relates tasks as needed.
Domestic travel up to 10% may be required.

To be successful in this role youll need:

Completion of a community college program technician/technologist diploma or equivalent.
3 years of CAD design experience- ideally in furniture product or mechanical design.
Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) drawing creation and basic FEA.
Practical experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Things we consider a plus:

Experience with SolidWorks Vault or 3DExperience platform.
A passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
Ability to prioritize tasks and clearly communicate technical concepts.

Our Values

Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other learning and development and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect empathy and belonging.
Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity delivering the results the right way taking pride in our work and speaking the truth good or bad.
Do Great WorkTogether occurs when we engage without hierarchy collaborate as a team embrace challenges and work for the good of all of us.
Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference challenge the status quo and biases to make things better foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications wed love the opportunity to consider you.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

For more information about how we handle your personal data in connection with our recruiting processes please refer to the Recruiting Privacy Notice on the Privacy Notice tab located at

Key Skills

Microstation
ASME Codes & Standards
GD&T
PCB
CAD
Mechanical Knowledge
Data Management
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Personal Injury Law
SolidWorks
Drafting
Autocad

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Leggett & Platt

Leggett & Platt® enhance people’s lives worldwide by designing and manufacturing innovative, distinctive products and components for use in bedding, furniture, seating, homes, offices, airplanes, and automobiles.

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