Design Engineer

Northern Gear Llc; Muskego (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Gear Llc is seeking a skilled CAD Designer in Muskego, Wisconsin. The role involves creating detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings, collaborating with engineering and production teams, and ensuring adherence to industry standards. Candidates should be proficient in CAD design software like SolidWorks or Inventor, with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred. Join a family-owned company that offers a clean and climate-controlled work environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in high-volume precision metal manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with Mastercam or CAM programming is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Generate detailed 2D sketches and 3D models for parts, structures, or systems.
• Work with engineers, production, and project managers to finalize designs.
• Modify existing designs based on feedback, testing or inspection data.
• Ensure all designs adhere to industry standards and safety regulations.

Skills

CAD design software such as SolidWorks and/or Inventor

Proficiency in CAM software

Problem analysis and problem resolution

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Planning abilities

Strong team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

GD&T

Job description

Northern Gear & Machining is looking for a skilled CAD Designer to join our growing team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys turning concepts into accurate, manufacturable designs and working closely with engineering, production, and quality teams in a fast-paced precision manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience with CAD design software such as SolidWorks and/or Inventor, strong attention to detail, ability to create and revise drawings, models, and technical documentation. Experience with Mastercam or CAM programming is a plus.

Join a family-owned, high-tech precision machine shop where your designs directly support real production, new product launches, and customer success. We offer full-time career opportunities, a clean and climate-controlled shop environment, and room to grow with the company.

A CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Designer creates precise 2D and 3D technical drawings, models, and layouts for manufacturing or engineering products using software like AutoCAD, SolidWorks. They translate concepts into digital blueprints, ensuring compliance with specifications, engineering standards, and budget constraints.

Basic Job Duties

• Design Creation: Generate detailed 2D sketches and 3D models for parts, structures, or systems.
• Collaboration: Work with engineers, production, and project managers to finalize designs, review drawings, and solve technical issues.
• Revisions: Modify existing designs based on feedback, testing or site inspection data.
• Compliance: Ensure all designs adhere to industry standards and safety regulations.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years in high-volume precision metal manufacturing (preferred, but not required)
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, GD&T
• Proficiency in CAM software, ERP systems and Microsoft programs
• Planning and ability to think ahead and plan.
• Problem analysis and problem resolution.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong team player.