Mechanical CAD Designer – SolidWorks & BOM Focus

AP Executive Staffing; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AP Executive Staffing, partnering with a Buffalo, NY area manufacturing company, seeks a Mechanical CAD Designer to develop detailed production drawings, 3D models, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation in a fast-paced engineering environment. The role requires strong SolidWorks skills (Parts, Assemblies, Drawings, Weldments, Sheet Metal), plus experience with routing and electrical modules.

Collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams is essential for manufacturability

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, or a related discipline.
• 3–8 years of experience creating production drawings or engineered equipment designs.
• Experience with piping, structural steel, weldments, and mechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, piping, and weldment drawings using SolidWorks.
• Develop 3D models and production drawing packages for mechanical systems and equipment.
• Prepare general arrangement drawings, equipment layouts, and installation drawings for manufacturing needs.
• Generate and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation.
• Review P&IDs, schematics, and 3D models for accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain documentation in PDM/PLM systems and control drawing revisions.
• Support ECOs and drawing updates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to resolve issues.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to improve manufacturability and cost efficiency.
• Incorporate vendor equipment information into production documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Mechanical Engineering Technology/Mechanical Design degree

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Routing

SolidWorks Electrical

AutoCAD

PDM/PLM systems

Job description

AP Executive Staffing, partnering with a Buffalo, NY area manufacturing company, seeks a Mechanical CAD Designer to develop detailed production drawings, 3D models, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation in a fast-paced engineering environment. The role requires strong SolidWorks skills (Parts, Assemblies, Drawings, Weldments, Sheet Metal), plus experience with routing and electrical modules.

Collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams is essential for manufacturability