CAD Design Specialist for Custom Mechanical Systems

Uni-Systems Engineering, Inc.; Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Uni-Systems Engineering, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented designer to join our team of mechanical, electrical, and structural engineers in Minneapolis, MN.

You will develop components and assemblies from concept through fabrication-ready documentation, with occasional field support and travel. The role requires 3+ years in design/drafting, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks preferred), GD&T knowledge, and reliable collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Two-year CAD/Drafting degree or equivalent training.
• Minimum 3 years of design/drafting experience.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling; SolidWorks preferred; AutoCAD a plus.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and tolerancing.
• Experience with CAD data management (SolidWorks PDM).

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D models and full system designs in CAD software and create assembly content.
• Apply GD&T and appropriate fabrication tolerances in design work.
• Work in SolidWorks PDM and contribute to SOPs and standards.
• Participate in design reviews with project teams and stakeholders.
• Support prototype testing, BOMs, and shop drawings; maintain project tracking.

Skills

CAD modeling

Drafting accuracy

GD&T knowledge

Team collaboration

Project prioritization

Education

2-year CAD/Drafting degree or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

SolidWorks PDM

Job description

Uni-Systems Engineering, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented designer to join our team of mechanical, electrical, and structural engineers in Minneapolis, MN.

You will develop components and assemblies from concept through fabrication-ready documentation, with occasional field support and travel. The role requires 3+ years in design/drafting, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks preferred), GD&T knowledge, and reliable collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.