CAD Designer (30 Hour/Week)

WesTech Engineering; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401K match 6%

Hybrid schedules

Health benefits

HSA contribution

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Company events

Job summary

WesTech is seeking a Part-time CAD Designer (30 hours/week) to draft and prepare structural, mechanical, and engineering drawings for water and industrial equipment. You will work with Inventor and other CAD tools as part of a collaborative design team in Utah.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in Product Design/Development or similar, plus knowledge of Inventor, AutoCAD, and CREO. Strong drawing, math, and communication skills are essential for success. Hybrid work options are available.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate’s degree or equivalent in design/engineering technologies.
• Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor or other 3D CAD software.
• Solid understanding of design concepts, planning, and drafting practices.
• Ability to prepare neat, accurate, to-scale layouts and drawings.
• Ability to scale drawings from field notes, designs, and sketches.
• Ability to perform necessary math calculations for drawings and layouts.
• Ability to maintain records and drawings related to the project.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draws structural, mechanical and engineering details using Inventor.
• Uses design manuals, catalogs and references for data.
• Collaborates with the design team on drawings and specs.
• Interprets contract drawings and specs for accurate drawings.
• Maintains sets of drawings and tracks changes.
• Prepares clear, complete detail drawings first time.
• Creates detail drawings from sketches or layouts.
• Alters designs to meet required specifications.
• Works from verbal instructions and sketches.
• Keeps work within budget and schedule constraints.
• Compares component designs to drawings for fit.

Skills

Design concepts

Layouts & drawings

Mathematical calculations

Record keeping

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Associate’s degree in Product Design & Development

Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in related field

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

CREO

Job description

Our mission at WesTech is to help communities thrive by delivering high-quality water solutions with superior service - safely and sustainably. To achieve this mission, we recruit great people to be part of our collegial and collaborative teams in engineering, design, project management, field service, plant operations, professional services and more.

As one of the leading operating brands of Swire Water, our values of integrity, humility, endeavor, excellence and continuity make this an outstanding working environment. Our continuing success creates attractive opportunities for purpose-driven professionals to develop new skills, support vital industries, and grow their careers.

Summary

We are in search of a Part-time CAD Designer (30 Hour/Week) to participate in automated drafting activities for the purpose of laying out and preparing structural, mechanical & engineering drawings for new or existing water, wastewater & industrial equipment, and systems.

Some of the work you will do:

• Draws structural, mechanical and engineering details of equipment, structures, and more using Inventor
• Utilizes engineering handbook, design manuals, other sources such as part catalogs to find additional data
• Work as a member of a design team
• Interprets contract drawings & specifications to produce accurate drawings
• Maintains sets of drawings and drawing changes
• Prepares a variety of detail drawings that are clear & complete the first time
• Creates detail drawings from sketches or layouts
• Changes design to meet required specifications
• Works from verbal instructions and sketches
• Be aware of budget and schedule constraints on all work. Make every effort to complete assignment on time and on schedule
• Visually compare design of component, or other equipment with drawing of parts, matching coordinating points for accuracy of fit
• Other duties as assigned or requested

Here are the skills that you need:

• Associate's degree in Product Design and Development, Design Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering technology or equivalent
• Knowledge of the function and operation of Autodesk Inventor or other 3D CAD software
• Knowledge of design concepts, planning, techniques, including design manuals, standard plans and specifications, and engineering and drafting practices
• Ability to prepare layouts, and drawings neatly, accurately, and legibly
• Ability to make accurate drawings to scale from field notes, design drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions
• Ability to make mathematical calculations related to the work
• Ability to maintain records and drawings relative to the work
• Ability to communicate effectively

Here are the skills and qualifications that will set you apart:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Product Design and Development, Design Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent
• six or more years of related experience
• CAD library management
• Ability to teach and mentor others
• Knowledge of the function and operation of AutoCAD, and Inventor, AND CREO
• Experience working in Team environment
• Structural Detailing and GDT experience
• Knowledge of steel fabrication

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work at desk computer/phone system.
• Some lifting may be involved, (50-70 lbs), specifically when in the warehouse area(s)
• May be required to be clean-shaven for proper respiratory equipment
• When at job sites will be required to inspect equipment. This may involve:
  • Bending/stooping/walking on ladders, walkways, catwalks, (may involve heights)
  • Exposure to elements; cold, heat, wet, and/or dark. May be in a safety harness
  • When in fabrication shop, may involve utilizing hands in and around mechanical parts

Benefits and perks we offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Dollar for dollar 401K match of 6%
• Flexible work hours, hybrid schedules with remote work options
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package with an onsite medical facility
• Company HSA contribution, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Long-term Disability
• PTO plan and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!

WesTech considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer 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.