3D AutoCAD Designer - Sheet Metal, Duct, Air Handling Systems

Durr Systems LLC; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Dürr Systems LLC is seeking a qualified Mechanical Design professional to create 2D/3D drawings using AutoCAD, interpret schematics, and apply SMACNA sizing for ductwork. You will travel for field measurements and maintain project schedules.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, an associate degree in engineering or related field, and proficiency in AutoCAD (3D). Knowledge of SolidWorks, Navisworks, BIM, and Revit is a plus. Strong math and communication skills required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred in engineering, mechanical design, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in the field.
• Proficient in AutoCAD (3D)
• Experience with mechanical layout, detail drawings, and basic duct routing
• Knowledge of SMACNA codes
• Experience with sheet metal construction and duct sizing
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Able to perform basic engineering calculations – velocity in duct sizing
• Strong math and geometry skills
• Experience with SolidWorks, Navisworks, BIM, and/or Revit
• Proficient with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Good verbal and written communication
• Able to work independently and in a team environment
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, and holidays when necessary

Responsibilities

• Utilize AutoCAD to create 2D and 3D drawings.
• Interpret schematics to develop complete system designs.
• Apply SMACNA calculations to determine duct sizes and configurations.
• Travel to customer sites for field measurements.
• Maintain project schedules.
• Communicate with engineering, estimating, contractors, suppliers, and customers.
• Control and archive drawings and documents.
• Read, diagnose, and solve design problems.
• Attend design review meetings.
• Interpret mechanical drawings.

Skills

Math & Geometry

Read engineering drawings

Independent work

Team communication

Education

Associate degree in engineering/mechanical design

Tools

AutoCAD 3D

SolidWorks

Navisworks

Revit

MicroStation

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on September 4, 2026

Locations

• Southfield, MI 48033, USA
• Engineering
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DESIG003122

Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Utilize AutoCAD to create drawings (2D and 3D)
• Interpret schematics to develop complete system designs
• Apply SMACNA general air handling system calculations to determine proper duct and component sizes and configurations
• Travel to customer sites and participate in field measurements
• Maintain project schedules
• Effectively communicate and interact with engineering and estimating departments, contractors, suppliers and customers
• Control and document the distribution and archiving of drawings and documents
• Understand, diagnose, and solve real or potential design problems
• Attend and contribute to design review meetings
• Interpret mechanical drawings

Nonessential Functions:

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Engineering, Mechanical Design, or related field preferred
• 5or more years of experience
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD (3D) -must have
• Experienced with mechanical layout, detail drawings, and basic duct routing
• Experienced with SMACHNA codes
• Experienced with sheet metal construction and duct sizing
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations – velocity in duct sizing
• Strong skills in math and geometry
• Nice to have Proficient in the use of Microstation
• Experience with Solidworks, Navisworks, BIM, and/ or Revit
• Proficient with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good time management skills
• Good organizational skills
• Goodverbal communication skills
• Good technical writing skills
• Good communication skills withco-workers, suppliers, and customers
• Able to work well independently and in a team environment
• Ability to technically define problems and propose solutions
• Adaptable to change in a learning environment
• Self-starter capable of executing assigned tasks and solving problems in a diplomatic and professional manner
• Willing and able to work overtime, weekends and holidays when necessary

Why Join Durr Systems

Dürr Systems is a global leader in automotive paint shop, finishing, and general assembly automation. We deliver cutting-edge, sustainable manufacturing solutions for the world’s leading OEMs and suppliers. Joining Dürr means working on complex, high-impact projects at the forefront of automotive manufacturing, with opportunities to grow technically and collaborate with industry experts on landmark production facilities.

Additional Requirements

• Pass a pre-employment drug test and be able to pass a drug test at any time during employment.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures outlined in the employee handbook.

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Dürr Systems, LLChas been present in the United States since 1970 and operates multiple locations across the United States, including facilities in Michigan and Wisconsin. The largest site is in Southfield, Michigan, which serves as the main center for operations. As of 2025, Dürr employs approximately 660 people across the country who support a wide range of market segments. Dürr Systems USA plans, builds, and installs complete, state-of-the-art paint shops and final assembly facilities, supported by DXQ, Dürr's digital products suite. The company also offers advanced automated painting, sealing, and gluing application technologies, as well as high-viscosity material handling solutions. In addition to serving the automotive industry, Dürr Systems provides premium application technology products for the general industry. In the field of electrode manufacturing, Dürr Systems enhances quality, cost efficiency, and speed to market lithium-ion battery electrode coating through its advanced development and manufacturing coating systems. Committed to innovation, excellence, and customized solutions, Dürr Systems addresses the diverse needs of its North American customers with precision and reliability.

Dürr Systems, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Dürr has a team of dedicated Human Resources professionals who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors on an as needed basis. We do not accept resumes from agencies that are not on our preferred vendor list and have not signed our Recruiting and Permanent Placement Contract. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and Dürr

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