CAD Designer

Cooperworks Industries, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CooperWorks Industries, part of the MAC Medical family, seeks a CAD Designer to create and maintain detailed drawings for commercial laminated products, casework, and countertops. You will work closely with sales, estimating, project management, and production to ensure designs reflect project requirements and manufacturing capabilities.

The role requires strong CAD skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specs.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in drafting.

Responsibilities

• Create shop drawings, production drawings, and assembly drawings for commercial laminated products and casework projects.
• Interpret architectural plans and design documents to develop accurate manufacturing drawings.
• Prepare layouts, elevations, sections, and detail drawings for fabrication and installation.
• Coordinate with sales, estimating, project management, and production teams to reflect project requirements in drawings.
• Review drawings for completeness, accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with specs.
• Revise drawings based on client comments and project changes.
• Generate BOMs, cut lists, and production documentation as required.
• Maintain drawing standards and revision control.
• Support project handoff meetings and provide technical support to production/installation teams.
• Ensure drawings meet project schedules and deadlines.

Skills

AutoCAD

CAD drafting

Architectural drawings

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

CAD certificate

Drafting training

Tools

Nesting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

CooperWorks Industries, part of the MAC Medical family of companies, is a growing custom manufacturing operation located in Millstadt, Illinois, approximately 20 miles from downtown St. Louis. We specialize in custom cabinetry, commercial casework, countertops, fixtures, millwork, and laminated products.

JOB SUMMARY

The CAD Designer is responsible for creating, modifying, and maintaining detailed shop drawings, production drawings, and technical documentation for commercial laminated products, casework, countertops, and related projects. The CAD Designer is detail-oriented, technically skilled, and capable of working closely with sales, estimating, project management, and production teams to ensure designs accurately reflect project requirements and manufacturing capabilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Create detailed shop drawings, production drawings, and assembly drawings for commercial laminated products and casework projects.
• Interpret architectural plans, specifications, and design documents to develop accurate manufacturing drawings.
• Prepare layouts, elevations, sections, and detail drawings for fabrication and installation.
• Collaborate with sales, estimating, project management, and production teams to ensure project requirements are accurately reflected in drawings.
• Review drawings for completeness, accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with project specifications.
• Revise and update drawings based on client comments, field conditions, and project changes.
• Coordinate material specifications, dimensions, hardware selections, and construction details within project drawings.
• Generate bills of materials (BOMs), cut lists, and support production documentation as required.
• Maintain drawing standards, file organization, and revision control procedures.
• Assist with project handoff meetings and provide technical support to production and installation teams.
• Ensure drawings are completed within project schedules and deadlines.
• Stay current with industry standards, software updates, and manufacturing best practices.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Strong knowledge of commercial casework, cabinetry, architectural millwork, or laminated products.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or other CAD drafting software.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and fabrication processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate drawings.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent training in Drafting, CAD Technology, Architectural Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2–5 years of experience in CAD drafting, casework design, millwork drafting, or related industries.
• Experience working with commercial construction documents and architectural specifications preferred.
• Familiarity with manufacturing and production environments is highly desirable.
• Experience creating shop drawings for commercial projects is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Experience with CNC programming, nesting software, or manufacturing systems is a plus.