Innovative CAD Designer & Project Lead

Quanex; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Onsite physical therapist

Safety-toe shoes

Job summary

Quanex in St. Cloud, Minnesota is seeking a Product Design Specialist to join our on-site team. You will turn ideas into reality by leading projects from concept through production, creating CAD drawings and developing efficient layouts while aligning with customer and business needs.

Two plus years of manufacturing experience and AutoCAD or similar software experience are required. You will coordinate with internal and external customers and support Product Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience, required.
• AutoCAD or similar software experience, required.
• Project Management and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple jobs simultaneously and to organize and review large volumes of data.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Bringing a positive attitude and team-oriented mentality.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes CAD software to develop conceptual drawings of new or modified products.
• Manages assigned product projects from concept to implementation, keeping meeting notes, and other related documentation of the development process.
• Coordinates with internal and external customers in the development of products.
• Provides support for Product Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sourcing.

Skills

AutoCAD

Manufacturing Experience

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal & Communication

Job description

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Product Design Specialist

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• Posted on September 16, 2026

Locations

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St Cloud, MN 56304, USA

• On-site
• Research & Development
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PRODU007826

Description

Quanexis looking for a Product Design Specialist to join our team on-site located inSt. Cloud, Minnesota.

Are you a technically driven professional who enjoys turning ideas into reality. As a key contributor to new product development and product enhancements, you will lead projects from concept through production, ensuring innovative solutions are successfully implemented. You will create detailed CAD drawings, develop efficient processes and layouts, and design new products that meet customer and business needs. In addition, you will play an important customer-facing role by providing ongoing support, coordinating sample requests, and following up on new product introductions to ensure a seamless experience. This position offers the chance to combine creativity, engineering expertise, and project management skills to make a direct impact on product success and customer satisfaction.

Salary: $72,000 - $77,000 annually, pay based on experience

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-5:30pm department coverage, 8-9 hours worked daily (hours will be discussed during interview)

We Offer You!

• Medical, dental & vision start the 1st of the month after hire
• Medical coverage featuring wellness incentives that may significantly reduce employee premiums
• PTO, ESST, paid holidays & paid training — starts right away
• 401(k) with company match & vesting
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life insurance provided
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness resources & onsite physical therapist
• Safety-toe shoes at no cost
• Free fountain drinks and coffee during shifts

What’s attractive about the Product Design Specialist role?

• Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment
• Growth opportunity
• On-the-Job Training
• World Class Safety Records
• Committees to drive Engagement and Safety

What Success Looks Like:

• Utilizes CAD software to develop conceptual drawings of new or modified products.
• Manages assigned product projects from concept to implementation, keeping meeting notes, and other related documentation of the development process.
• Coordinates with internal and external customers in the development of products.
• Provides support for Product Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sourcing.

What You Bring:

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience, required.
• AutoCAD or similar software experience, required.
• Project Management and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple jobs simultaneously and to organize and review large volumes of data.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Bringing a positive attitude and team-oriented mentality.

The salary range for this position is $72K - $77K w/ bonus potential.

About Quanex,A Part of Something Bigger
Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We areA Part of Something Biggerby improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiency, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com .

NOTE:For individuals with nut allergies, please be advised that there is the potential to be exposed to nut products when working in our facilities.

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