CAD Designer Trainee

MASTER MODEL & FIXTURE INC; Shelby Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Master Model & Fixtures Inc. in Shelby Township, MI, seeks a CAD Designer Trainee to join our team. This entry-level role is for someone with CAD education or basic 3D modeling skills to build a career in automotive fixture design and CNC programming.

You will learn to design fixtures for automotive checking, holding, and weld fixtures, work with experienced designers and machinists, and develop CNC programs while updating designs per customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or current CAD students encouraged to apply.
• CAD certificate, associate degree, or relevant coursework preferred.
• Basic ability to read engineering drawings; GD&T knowledge a plus but not required.
• Interest in automotive fixture design and CNC programming.

Responsibilities

• Learn to design automotive checking fixtures, holding fixtures, weld fixtures, and related tooling.
• Assist with creating complete and accurate build information for fixture builders.
• Learn to develop CNC programs for machining fixture components.
• Review customer CAD data, drawings, specifications, and design requirements with guidance.
• Work with experienced designers, fixture builders, machinists, and inspection personnel.
• Update designs based on customer requirements and shop feedback.
• Follow projects from initial design through machining, assembly, and final inspection.
• Maintain organized project files and revision control.

Skills

Learning agility

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

CAD certificate

Associate degree

Technical coursework

Tools

NX

Fusion 360

CATIA

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

3D CAD

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)


• Bonus based on performance


• Dental insurance


• Health insurance


• Paid time off

CAD Designer Trainee

Automotive Fixtures

LOCATION Shelby Township, MI | PAY $19–$24 per hour | SCHEDULE Day shift | 8–10 hours

Master Model & Fixtures Inc. is seeking a motivated CAD Designer Trainee to join our team. This entry-level position is designed for someone with CAD education or basic 3D-modeling skills who wants to build a career in automotive fixture design and CNC programming. We specialize in prototype checking fixtures, CMM holding fixtures, weld fixtures, production check fixtures, and vacuum-form tooling for the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Learn to design automotive checking fixtures, holding fixtures, weld fixtures, and related tooling.


• Assist with creating complete and accurate build information for fixture builders.


• Learn to develop CNC programs for machining fixture components.


• Review customer CAD data, drawings, specifications, and design requirements with guidance.


• Work directly with experienced designers, fixture builders, machinists, and inspection personnel.


• Update designs based on customer requirements and shop feedback.


• Follow projects from initial design through machining, assembly, and final inspection.


• Maintain organized project files and revision control.

Qualifications

• Professional CAD experience is not required; recent graduates and current CAD students are encouraged to apply.


• CAD certificate, associate degree, relevant technical coursework, or equivalent demonstrated ability preferred.


• Basic experience with NX, Fusion 360, CATIA, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar 3D CAD software.


• Interest in learning automotive fixture design, CNC programming, and manufacturing processes.


• Basic ability to read engineering drawings; GD&T knowledge is a plus but not required.


• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to spend time in a hands-on machine-shop environment.


• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, reliability, and communication skills.


• Ability to accept feedback, learn from experienced employees, and work collaboratively with the shop.

Pay & Schedule

$19.00–$24.00 per hour, based on CAD education, software experience, manufacturing knowledge, and demonstrated ability. Compensation will be reviewed based on progress and performance after the introductory period.

• Full-time day shift beginning at 6:00 a.m., Monday through Friday.


• Shifts generally range from 8 to 10 hours, depending on workload.


• Overtime may be available or required during busy periods; occasional Saturday work may be required.


• Time-and-a-half for hours worked over 40; double time for approved Sunday work.

Benefits

• Health insurance


• Dental insurance


• 401(k)


• Paid time off


• Bonus opportunities

Why Join Master Model

You will learn alongside people who machine, build, and inspect the designs produced by our CAD department. This hands-on environment provides practical experience that is difficult to gain in a classroom and offers a path to develop skills in automotive fixture design, CNC programming, and manufacturing.