Design / CAD Designer (Manufacturing)

Dunn & Watson Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunn & Watson Pty Ltd, a proudly Australian-owned manufacturer, seeks a motivated CAD Designer to join our expanding product family. You’ll design, refine, and iterate parts from concept through production, ensuring manufacturability and high quality.

The role requires hands-on CAD experience (SolidWorks, Inventor, Fusion 360 or similar), a good grasp of manufacturing processes, and the ability to work both independently and with teams across production and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in CAD design and drafting for manufactured products.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and sheet metal is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D models and technical drawings for new and existing products.
• Collaborate with production and development teams to ensure manufacturability.
• Refine designs to improve function, efficiency and quality.
• Support documentation, specifications and design updates.
• Assist with transitioning designs from concept to production.
• Contribute to new product lines and continuous improvement.

Skills

CAD design & drafting

Manufacturing processes

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Engineering or Design qualification

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Fusion 360

Job description

Dunn & Watson Pty Ltd – Proud Australian Manufacturer

Dunn & Watson Pty Ltd is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Designer to join our growing team. As a proudly Australian-owned and operated manufacturer, we continue to expand our product range and are looking for someone who is excited to contribute to the development of innovative new products.

This is an excellent opportunity for a team-focused individual who takes pride in their work and enjoys bringing ideas to life in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Design / CAD Designer (Manufacturing)

About the Role

Working closely with our production and development teams, you will play a key role in designing, refining, and improving our product range. You will be involved from concept through to production, ensuring designs are practical, efficient, and aligned with our high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop 3D models and technical drawings for new and existing products

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure designs are suitable for manufacturing

• Contribute to the development of new product lines and continuous improvement initiatives

• Review and refine designs to improve functionality, efficiency, and quality

• Work closely with fabrication and assembly teams to support production

• Assist with documentation, specifications, and design updates

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in CAD design and drafting (SolidWorks, Inventor, Fusion 360 or similar)

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (sheet metal experience highly regarded)

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills

• High attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work

• Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams

Preferred (but not essential)

• Experience in product design within manufacturing, 4WD, caravan, or similar industries

• Relevant qualification in Engineering, Design, or a related field

• Experience working directly with production or fabrication teams

Why Join Dunn & Watson?

• Be part of a proudly Australian manufacturing business

• Work on a wide range of exciting and evolving product lines

• Supportive, team-oriented environment

• Opportunity to contribute ideas and make a real impact

• Long-term career growth within a stable and expanding company

If you’re someone who enjoys tackling new challenges, values quality workmanship, and wants to be part of a forward-thinking manufacturing team — we’d love to hear from you.