CAD Designer

CIRCOR International, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a CAD Designer in Tampa, Florida. The role involves designing specialized fluid control components using CAD tools and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates should possess 5+ years of experience in drafting, familiarity with Solidworks, and a solid understanding of ASME design standards. U.S. citizenship is required. This company is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity within its workforce.

Responsibilities

• Design specialized fluid control components using CAD tools.
• Prepare bills of materials and specifications.
• Convert specifications and layouts into detailed drawings.
• Coordinate with engineers to ensure drawings meet standards.
• Compile progress records and manage project documentation.

Skills

Results oriented

Excellent verbal communication skills

Excellent analytical and critical thinking

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage changes during design phase

Resourceful and well organized

Ability to work in a cross-functional team

Working knowledge of Solidworks

Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T

Education

Completion of a formal drafting program

5+ years of drafting experience

Tools

Solidworks

Job description

The CAD Designer designs specialized fluid control components using computer aided design and drafting (CAD) tools to meet customer requests; and collaborates as necessary to generate details, assembly drawings, models, and bills of materials (BOM). This position requires interactions with the design engineers on a daily basis but may also include other functional groups, particularly Manufacturing Engineering and Purchasing.

Principal Activities

• Engineering staff will review work products and provide directions daily.
• Break down information obtained from specifications, sketches, customer layout drawings and instructions furnished by others and convert the information into detailed drawings with section views and dimensions.
• Perform a variety of mathematical calculations using standard procedures.
• Responsibility for coordinating with others to determine whether drawings can be executed efficiently and within expected tolerances.
• Prepare bills of materials and specifications.
• CAD work is completed using computerized drafting applications (Solidworks).
• Completes forms and relevant documentation within the Engineering department.
• Compiles record of project progress.
• Releases approved prints for official use.
• All other duties and tasks as assigned by management.

Candidate Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Results oriented, with sound judgment.
• Excellent demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent demonstrated analytical and critical thinking with respect to CAD, ASME design and drafting standards, and product requirements.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, timeliness, and high quality are paramount.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage changes during the design phase.
• Resourceful and well organized.
• Ability to effectively work in a cross‑functional team.
• Working knowledge of computerized drafting applications (Solidworks).
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T.

Education

• Completion of a formal drafting program and 5+ years of drafting experience, or equivalent. Relevant mechanical design experience preferred in the design of mechanical components or valves.

Other

• U.S. Citizen

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.