CAD Designer

VTECH AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS CORP.; Cabuyao; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

VTECH Automation Solutions Corp. in Laguna, Philippines is seeking a skilled Mechanical CAD Designer to translate project requirements into precise 3D models and fabrication drawings. You will generate BOMs, collaborate with engineers, production and sales to evaluate concepts, and support client visits with technical proposals.

Join a team that designs automated machinery, jigs and fixtures, while ensuring accurate drawings, tolerances and finish specs for durable manufacturing solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of Mechanical/CAD design experience.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, Autodesk Inventor).
• Strong understanding of geometry, spatial reasoning and math.
• Knowledge of materials properties.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components, jigs, fixtures, and automated machinery systems based on project requirements.
• Develop comprehensive 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings using CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Apply welding symbols, tolerances, and surface finish requirements to drawings.
• Generate and prepare Bills of Materials (BOM) for projects to guide procurement and assembly.
• Revise and modify drawings based on instructions from superiors or client needs.
• Collaborate with engineers, production, purchasing and sales on design concepts for automated machines.
• Prepare material costing for project proposals to ensure financial viability.
• Review engineering data to ensure outputs meet design plans and client specs.
• Coordinate with fabrication team to ensure designs are producible via CNC, laser, and welding.
• Visit production facilities to inspect quality assurance against design specs.

Skills

CAD design

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CATIA

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

About the role

Design mechanical components, jigs, fixtures, and automated machinery systems based on project requirements. Develop comprehensive 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings using CAD software. Apply correct welding symbols, machining tolerances, and surface finish requirements to all technical drawings to ensure precision. Generate and prepare accurate Bills of Materials (BOM) for every project to guide procurement and assembly. Work with other Engineers, Production, Purchasing and Sales to establish and evaluate design concepts for automated machines and products. Support the Sales Team through technical visitations to client sites to assess project feasibility and requirements. Deliver technical presentations of project proposals to clients, ensuring complex automation concepts are clearly explained.

Key responsibilities

• Design mechanical components, jigs, fixtures, and automated machinery systems based on project requirements
• Develop comprehensive 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
• Apply correct welding symbols, machining tolerances, and surface finish requirements to all technical drawings to ensure precision
• Generate and prepare accurate Bills of Materials (BOM) for every project to guide procurement and assembly
• Revise and modify existing drawings as necessary based on instructions from superiors, clients, or changing project needs
• Work with other Engineers, Production, Purchasing and Sales to establish and evaluate design concepts for automated machines and products
• Prepare material costing for project proposals to ensure financial viability
• Review engineering data to ensure all outputs remain compliant with the original design plans and client specifications
• Collaborate with the fabrication team to ensure designs can be efficiently produced using CNC machining, laser cutting, and manual welding
• Visit production facilities to inspect the quality assurance of parts and items based on the design specifications

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting, Design or related field
• 2+ years of Mechanical/CAD design experience
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, Autodesk Inventor)
• Strong understanding of geometry, spatial reasoning and math
• Comprehensive knowledge of the qualities of various materials
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Time management and organization
• Willingness to adapt to and embrace changes in the work environment