3D CAD Designer – Industrial Equipment

Kelly Services; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly profit sharing

401(k) with company contribution

Medical and dental insurance

Flexible spending plan

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Kelly Services in Racine, WI is seeking a detail-oriented CAD Designer to turn engineering concepts into accurate 3D models and production-ready drawings for water treatment equipment. You will collaborate with project engineers and teams to develop designs from markups, existing drawings, and documentation.

Six years of 3D CAD experience is valued; an associate degree in CAD drafting is a solid baseline. You will use Inventor, SolidWorks or Creo, and may work with piping or tanks-related

Qualifications

• Associate degree in CAD drafting or related field, and/or six years of 3D CAD design experience.
• 3D modeling experience; Inventor is preferred, while SolidWorks or Creo experience is also relevant.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret markups and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models and drawings using Autodesk Inventor, based on project guidance, markups, existing drawings, and written specifications.
• Occasionally support 2D AutoCAD drawings for electrical panels, including wiring diagrams, in coordination with the electrical engineer.
• Check drawings for completeness and accuracy.
• Generate bills of materials from 3D drawings.
• Maintain and update the standards drawing library.
• Provide design support to sales, procurement, and manufacturing.
• Contribute to product development and other projects as needed.

Skills

3D CAD design

Inventor experience

SolidWorks or Creo

Education

Associate degree in CAD drafting

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

CAD Designer

Location: Racine, WI

Pay: $25–$40 per hour, based on experience

Schedule: Full-time; overtime may be available as needed

Build systems that make a difference

We’re looking for a detail-oriented CAD Designer to help turn engineering concepts into accurate 3D models and production-ready drawings for commercial, institutional, and industrial water equipment. You’ll work closely with project engineers and other teams, using markups, existing drawings, and project documentation to develop complete designs.

Inventor experience is a plus, but strong experience with SolidWorks or Creo is readily transferable. We’re especially interested in designers who have worked with equipment or systems involving piping, tanks, or similar components. Candidates with six or more years of 3D CAD experience are encouraged to apply; we’ll also consider driven candidates earlier in their careers who are eager to learn and contribute.

What you’ll do

• Create 3D models and drawings using Autodesk Inventor, based on project guidance, markups, existing drawings, and written specifications.

• Occasionally support 2D AutoCAD drawings for electrical panels, including wiring diagrams, in coordination with the electrical engineer.

• Check drawings for completeness and accuracy.

• Generate bills of materials from 3D drawings.

• Maintain and update the standards drawing library.

• Provide design support to sales, procurement, and manufacturing.

• Contribute to product development and other projects as needed.

What you bring

• An associate degree in CAD drafting or a related field, and/or six years of 3D CAD design experience.

• 3D modeling experience; Inventor is preferred, while SolidWorks or Creo experience is also relevant.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret markups and technical documentation.

• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to resolving issues.

• Experience with commercial or industrial water treatment equipment is a plus.

• Experience designing equipment or systems that include piping, tanks, or related components is a strong advantage.

Compensation and benefits

The hourly pay range is $25–$40 , depending on experience. The position may include overtime as business needs require, along with:

• Quarterly profit sharing.

• 401(k) with company contribution

• Medical and dental insurance

• Flexible spending plan

• Life insurance

• Paid vacation

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Why Kelly ® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting‑edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short‑term projects or are looking for a long‑term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI‑powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.