Engineering Designer: CAD & Drafting Specialist

Commonwealth; Jackson, Ann Arbor, Gahanna, Liberty Lake (MI, MI, OH, WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Associates in Jackson, MI is seeking a full-time design specialist to develop drawings, models, and design details under senior staff guidance.

You will read and apply design guides, drafting standards, and codes, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to contribute to deliverables such as specifications and calculations. The role emphasizes learning CAD tools while aligning with the company quality program.

Qualifications

• Reading and applying design guides, drafting standards and codes.
• Supports Commonwealth Associates' quality program and continuous improvement.
• Proficient with CAD tools used in the discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develops understanding of client standards, policies, and procedures by reading and applying design guides.
• Develops understanding of Commonwealth Associates' quality program.
• Supports ongoing design process improvements and tool standardization.
• Takes ownership of professional development and seeks guidance from senior staff.
• Attends client meetings and site visits with a mentor as appropriate.
• Coordinates with project teams to provide information and assist with deliverables.
• Prepares basic technical calculations and reviews drawings, models, and design documents.

Skills

Design guides reading

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Graphics and Design Technology

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

MicroStation

Revit

Inventor

Civil 3D

Job description

Commonwealth Associates in Jackson, MI is seeking a full-time design specialist to develop drawings, models, and design details under senior staff guidance.

You will read and apply design guides, drafting standards, and codes, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to contribute to deliverables such as specifications and calculations. The role emphasizes learning CAD tools while aligning with the company quality program.