CAD Designer Intern (Part-Time Starting Fall 2026 Semester)

RBC Bearings Incorporated; Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

RBC Bearings Incorporated in Simpsonville, SC is seeking a CAD Designer Intern (Part-Time) to create new models and drawings using SolidWorks. You will work under the Applications Engineering Manager - Drafting & Design, revising models and drawings, and loading them into our data management system.

You will read 2D prints, understand casting and machining parts, apply geometrical tolerancing, and communicate clearly with team members.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in MET, Engineering Graphics or similar major.
• Exposure to SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with geometrical Dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Ability to read 2D prints and interpret data.
• Attention to detail and strong ownership.

Responsibilities

• Create new models and drawings of existing part drawings using SolidWorks.
• Read and interpret 2D drawings and generate corresponding CAD models.
• Understand casting and machining parts and reflect revisions.
• Apply geometrical tolerancing and dimensional standards as required.
• Maintain revision-controlled files and support data management tasks.
• Communicate clearly with team members and respond to design changes.
• Utilize Microsoft tools and support file revision control processes.

Skills

SolidWorks

2D drawings reading

Geometrical tolerancing

MS Office (Outlook/Teams)

File revision control

Education

Pursuing Associate’s or Bachelor's in MET/Engineering Graphics

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on August 26, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location Simpsonville, SC 29681, USA

• Manufacturing
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: RDAPP006613

Description

Job Title: CAD Designer Intern (Part-Time)

Location: Simpsonville, SC

Reports to: Application Engineering Manager - Drafting & Design

Employment Type: Part-time

Industry: Manufacturing | Mechanical Power Transmission Components | Engineering Services

Job Function: CAD Design | Drafting

Job Summary: The function of this role is to create new models and drawings of existing part-drawings using SolidWorks. Models and Drawings will be revision controlled and loaded into file Data Management systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Experience using SolidWorks modeling and detailing design software.
• Ability to read technical drawings and create models and drawings of existing parts.
• Understanding of casting and machining parts.
• Familiar with Geometrical Tolerancing and dimensioning.
• Attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft tools and an understanding of file data management / file revision control.

Required Qualifications

• Must be actively pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in MET, Engineering Graphics or similar major.
• Exposure to SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with geometrical Dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Ability to read 2D prints and interpret data.
• Attention to detail.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with passion for new and changing ideas.
• Microsoft basic tools, Teams and Outlook experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Extended periods of sitting and/or standing at a workstation.
• Ability to type, reach, and grasp.
• Able to carry, lift, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Reach, climb, crawl, walk.
• Speak and present in person or virtually to individuals and small groups.

Why Join Us

• Represent a trusted brand in industrial power transmission.
  Work independently while collaborating with a team of technical professionals.

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