CAD Designer: Custom Countertops & Surfaces

Lakeside Surfaces Llc; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

At Lakeside Surfaces, we are seeking a talented CAD Designer to join our Engineering team in Muskegon, MI. This role focuses on developing accurate manufacturing drawings for custom countertops and managing projects through production release.

You will collaborate across departments to ensure designs meet specs and standards. The position emphasizes attention to detail, leadership, and the ability to turn concepts into precise, producible drawings for residential and commercial spaces.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience using AutoCAD or similar CAD design software.
• AutoCAD certification is a plus.
• Manufacturing, construction, countertop, or fabrication experience preferred.
• Strong computer, mathematical, and measurement skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and willingness to assist with training others.
• Self-motivated, dependable, punctual, and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Review, interpret, and modify AutoCAD drawings provided by Field Measure Technicians.
• Prepare accurate manufacturing drawings that meet customer specifications and company standards.
• Modify designs to accommodate manufacturing capabilities, fabrication processes, and installation requirements.
• Identify and resolve design conflicts, missing information, and potential production issues.
• Manage assigned projects through production release, ensuring all necessary details and activities are completed in Moraware.
• Communicate and coordinate with Project Coordinators, Programming, Material Allocation, Production, and other departments.
• Meet established daily square footage and departmental productivity expectations.
• Participate in department meetings and contribute ideas to improve efficiency, accuracy, quality, and material yield.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to fellow team members when needed.
• Demonstrate leadership through accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and a willingness to take initiative.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow established company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Maintain professional relationships with customers and internal departments.

Skills

AutoCAD

CAD design

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Tools

Moraware

AutoCAD

Job description

At Lakeside Surfaces, we are seeking a talented CAD Designer to join our Engineering team in Muskegon, MI. This role focuses on developing accurate manufacturing drawings for custom countertops and managing projects through production release.

You will collaborate across departments to ensure designs meet specs and standards. The position emphasizes attention to detail, leadership, and the ability to turn concepts into precise, producible drawings for residential and commercial spaces.