CAD Designer: SolidWorks, Sheet Metal & Complex Assemblies

Actalent; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Actalent in Woburn, MA is seeking a CAD Designer to develop mechanical and electrical designs in SolidWorks, focusing on sheet metal and complex assemblies, from concept through production. You will balance performance, quality, cost and schedule while actively contributing to continuous improvement.

This on-site role partners with cross-functional teams, supports production, and may involve occasional travel. A BS ME or equivalent and 3+ years of SolidWorks experience are required.

Qualifications

• BSME or equivalent education with substantial directly applicable experience.
• At least 3 years hands-on CAD modeling/drawing for mechanical assemblies; SolidWorks preferred.
• Ability to manage large CAD assemblies (roughly 100 custom parts + 800+ off-the-shelf).
• Strong SolidWorks proficiency for 3D modeling, assembly creation and drawings.
• Experience designing sheet metal enclosures and components.
• Working knowledge of PLM software.
• Working knowledge of MRP software; Oracle Cloud is a plus.
• Knowledge of sheet metal hardware as fittings and hoses.
• Independent work style with good prioritization.
• Strong problem solving and risk analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical and electrical designs in SolidWorks from sketches and drawings.
• Design sheet metal components and enclosures meeting specifications and balancing cost/performance.
• Manage risk mitigation and align with schedule goals during design process.
• Create BOMs and new item records for designs.
• Build complex SolidWorks assemblies with many parts and off-the-shelf items.
• Produce detailed drawings with GD&T per standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support production.

Skills

SolidWorks

Sheet metal design

3D modeling

BOM creation

PLM software

MRP software

Oracle Cloud

Drafting

Electrical design

Education

BSME or related engineering degree

Tools

PLM software

MRP software

Oracle Cloud

Job description

Actalent in Woburn, MA is seeking a CAD Designer to develop mechanical and electrical designs in SolidWorks, focusing on sheet metal and complex assemblies, from concept through production. You will balance performance, quality, cost and schedule while actively contributing to continuous improvement.

This on-site role partners with cross-functional teams, supports production, and may involve occasional travel. A BS ME or equivalent and 3+ years of SolidWorks experience are required.