CAD Designer (Mechanical Drafter/Mechanical Designer

AFCO Performance Group; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

DeWitts Radiator, part of AFCO Performance Group, seeks an experienced CAD Designer to own day-to-day updates, print revisions, and CAD documentation that keeps our production floor moving and product pages current.

You will model in 3D, create 2D prints, and support ISO 9001:2015 documentation with collaboration across engineering, sales, production, and marketing to keep product pages accurate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years hands-on mechanical drafting/CAD design experience.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and 2D print creation; familiarity with GD&T and drawing standards.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and teamwork across departments.

Responsibilities

• Execute product updates from shop staff and customers; manage items through ECR tracking boards to completion.
• Perform 3D CAD modeling of parts and assemblies; update and maintain production prints per drafting standards.
• Support drawing updates and release processes; maintain ISO 9001:2015 compliant documentation.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

2D print creation

GD&T

communication

Education

Associate degree or CAD certificate

Tools

CREO

SolidWorks

Job description

DeWitts Radiator, part of AFCO Performance Group, engineers and manufactures high-performance cooling products for general automotive, motorsports, commercial, and defense markets. We are seeking an experienced, hands-on CAD Designer to own the day-to-day flow of product updates, print revisions, and CAD documentation that keeps our production floor moving and product pages current.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute requested product updates from shop staff and customers; manage items through the product update and engineering change request (ECR) tracking boards to completion.
• Perform 3D CAD modeling of parts and assemblies; update, revise, and maintain all production prints, applying company drafting standards.
• Support the drawing update, release, and execution process, maintaining documentation in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Create web drawings, dimensioned illustrations, and technical graphics for product pages.
• Perform 3D scanning and measurement of components for quality assurance and existing product maintenance.
• Support purchasing and shop requests; collaborate daily with engineering, sales, production, and marketing staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in mechanical drafting, CAD design, or a related design/manufacturing support role.
• Proven proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and 2D print creation; familiarity with GD&T and drawing standards, plus shop math.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills; thrives in a collaborative team environment.
• All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States with proper work authorization documentation in compliance with applicable federal laws. Sponsorship for employment visa status is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in CREO and/or SolidWorks; CSWA/CSWP or similar CAD certification.
• Associate degree or certificate in mechanical drafting, CAD technology, mechanical design, or engineering technology.
• Experience with 3D scanning and scan-to-CAD workflows; web-ready technical illustrations; PDM/PLM, ERP, or quality/ECR tracking systems.
• Motorsports experience or involvement (including Formula SAE or similar); familiarity with fluid dynamics and heat transfer concepts, cooling systems and vehicle componentry.
• Hands‑on fabrication experience (sheet metal, welding, machining, or similar) and general automotive knowledge.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience, plus overtime premium opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (PPO and HSA-eligible options); HSA; EAP; group life, voluntary life, and short- and long-term disability insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid vacation and holidays.
• A professional office and climate-controlled manufacturing environment, a positive team culture, and comprehensive training and development with a defined progression path toward other engineering roles.

AFCO Performance Group engineers, manufactures, and distributes premium performance products through its brands: AFCO Racing Products, Dynatech Headers, PRO Shocks, DeWitts Radiators, Longacre Racing Products, and Legend Suspensions – building on over 35 years of manufacturing experience.

AFCO Performance Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.