Mechanical CAD Designer
Posted:
19 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline:
17 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
MECHANICAL CAD DESIGNER (Permanent)
Our client an international manufacturing organization with headquarters in WNY is looking to hire a Mechanical CAD Designer to join their growing team.
Responsibilities:
- Develop detailed manufacturing assembly piping fabrication and weld drawings
- Create and maintain 3D models assemblies and complete production drawing packages for mechanical systems utilizing SolidWorks
- Create General Arrangement (GA) drawings equipment layout and installation drawings that will support site and production requirements
- Manage accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) drawing revisions and engineering records
- Ensure consistency between P&IDs mechanical schematics and 3D models at all times
- Maintain controlled engineering documentation within PDM/PLM systems ensuring revision accuracy and traceability
- Conduct design reviews to ensure all drawings meet company drafting standards quality requirements and maintain compliance with applicable industry codesproviding CAD expertise to increase production efficiency and product quality
- Update drawings and implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) throughout the product lifecycle
- Collaborate with Production & Manufacturing teams to review and resolve design drawing and assembly-related issues
- Utilize Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to optimize manufacturability quality and cost efficiency
- Review vendor equipment data and supplier drawings to ensure accurate implementation into production drawing packages
- Support prototype builds production enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with various internal teams to ensure project readiness & documentation accuracy
- Deliver engineering documentation in support of project schedules and proactively resolve drawing-related issues
- Communicate design updates and documentation changes effectively across project stakeholders
- Work well both independently and in a team environment
- Other duties as assigned/as necessary
Details:
- Position is full-time direct hire
- 100% in-office
- $70000 - $110000 annually depending on experience
- Excellent benefits package: Medical Dental and Vision (effective day 1) 401k with employer match; PTO (vacation and 56 hours sick time) Paid holidays (including plant shutdown between Christmas and New Years) annual safety shoe/glasses reimbursement
- 3 years experience creating production drawings manufacturing drawings and/or engineered equipment designs
- Experience with HVAC systems hydronic systems and/or industrial mechanical products is a plus
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering technology Mechanical Design or related preferred
- Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks for Parts Assemblies Weldments Sheet metal & Drawings
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Excellent attention to detail & accuracy
- Strong organizational & time management skills
- Self-motivated but collaborative and team oriented
- Relocation not available
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
- All employees and applicants please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: