Design Technician 1 (2nd Shift) - Fontana, CA

allegion; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Employee Discounts

Community Involvement

Job summary

Allegion Design Technician 1 (2nd Shift) in Fontana, CA is responsible for creating and updating 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for mechanical components. You will work with engineering to meet quality and manufacturing standards while supporting 2nd shift operations.

The role requires an Associate Degree in CAD/Engineering Technology and 0–2 years of mechanical drafting experience, with proficiency in SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in CAD-related field (Required).
• 0-2 years of mechanical drafting/design experience (Required).
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD) (Required).
• 2nd shift availability (Required).
• GD&T understanding and basic manufacturing knowledge (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and revise 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for mechanical components and assemblies.
• Assist in ECOs and related technical documentation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality to resolve design and production issues.
• Perform basic tolerance analysis and assist with prototype testing and evaluation.

Skills

CAD drafting

2nd shift

3D CAD

GD&T

Mechanical drafting

Education

CAD/engineering tech degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

AutoCAD

Job description

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond.

Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup's With Distinction honor - a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.

Design Technician 1 (2nd Shift) - Fontana, CA

The Design Technician 1 is responsible for creating and modifying technical drawings, 3D models, and design specifications for our product lines. As Design Technician 1, you will collaborate closely with the engineering team to ensure all designs meet our rigorous quality and manufacturing standards while supporting our 2nd shift operations.

What You Will Do:

• Create, update, and revise 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for mechanical components and assemblies.


• Assist in the preparation and processing of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and related technical documentation.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing and quality, to resolve basic design and production issues.


• Perform basic tolerance analysis and assist with prototype testing and evaluation.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Associate degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field (Required)


• 0-2 years of experience in mechanical drafting, design, or a related engineering support role (Required)


• Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCAD (Required)


• Ability and willingness to work 2nd shift hours (Required)


• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and manufacturing processes (Preferred)

Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:

• You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there's plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, \"this is your business, run with it\".


• You're looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.


• You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!


• You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You'll Get from Us:

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you \"be safe, be healthy\"


• Generous Vacation and Sick Time


• A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, which currently offers a 6% company match and no vesting period


• Health Savings Accounts - Tax-advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses


• Flexible Spending Accounts - Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses


• Disability Insurance -Short-Term and Long-Term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income replacement for illness or injury


• Life Insurance - Term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverage


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Voluntary Wellness Program - Simply complete wellness activities and earn up to $2,000 in rewards


• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work


• Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can \"serve others, not yourself\"


• Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths assessment & coaching

Compensation

Compensation: This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

The expected Base Hourly Range: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Additional Information

At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

We Celebrate Who We Are! Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and