CAD Designer at Essel Whittier, CA

null; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Essel in Whittier, CA seeks a CAD Designer to develop intricate part and assembly models using SolidWorks, design components to manufacturing specs, and create production drawings, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role collaborates with production teams, maintains CAD files in PDM, and participates in design reviews to optimize concepts. Requirements include CAD certification or AA, 5 years' experience, advanced SolidWorks and PDM, and a strong portfolio.

Qualifications

• CAD certification or a two-year technical AA degree.
• 5 years of work experience.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD and PDM at an advanced level.
• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing strong 3D modeling skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Self‑motivated, accountable, and committed to continual improvement.
• Collaborative team player with cross‑functional skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop intricate part and assembly models using SolidWorks 3D CAD.
• Design components to meet manufacturing specifications, including sheet metal routing and CNC machining.
• Create and refine production drawings ensuring timely delivery within budget.
• Collaborate closely with production teams to align designs with fabrication processes.
• Generate and manage bills of materials for mechanical assemblies.
• Maintain CAD file organization using PDM for revisions and lifecycle management.
• Engage in Design Reviews to optimize concepts and check drawings for standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

CAD certification or AA degree

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

PDM

AutoCAD Mechanical

FEA

Job description

CAD Designer job at Essel. Whittier, CA.

Are you passionate about design and fascinated by crafting top-tier custom industrial machinery and automation systems? Join our team of engineers dedicated to delivering excellence to our esteemed clientele!

Responsibilities:

• Develop intricate part and assembly models using SolidWorks 3D CAD
• Design components to meet manufacturing specifications, including sheet plastic routing, fusion welding, sheet metal bending, waterjet cutting, CNC machining, and more
• Create and refine production engineering drawings (assemblies, components, layouts) ensuring timely delivery within budget
• Collaborate closely with production teams, aligning designs with fabrication and assembly processes for efficient manufacturing
• Generate and manage bills of materials for mechanical assemblies
• Maintain meticulous organization of CAD files using SolidWorks Product Data Management system for file storage, revisions, and lifecycle management
• Actively engage in Design Reviews to optimize design concepts
• Conduct thorough checks on drawings prepared by Engineers and other Designers to ensure compliance with design standards and best practices

Requirements

Qualifications:

• CAD certification or a two-year technical AA degree
• 5 years of work experience
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD and PDM at an advanced level
• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing strong 3D modeling skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Self‑motivated, accountable, and committed to continual improvement
• Collaborative team player with cross‑functional skills

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in Plan and Elevation system views using AutoCAD Mechanical
• Experience in piping systems design and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Administration expertise in Product Data Management systems
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks design modules (frames, routing, sheet metal, large assemblies)
• Structural analysis familiarity using SolidWorks Simulation FEA
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing as per ANSI Y14.5
• Capability in electrical schematic creation using AutoCAD Electrical

Benefits

Competitive Salary, Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401K, Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays