Mechanical CAD Designer — SolidWorks & Field Measurements

Accentuate Staffing; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Accentute Staffing is partnering with an established industrial equipment company to hire a Mechanical CAD Designer. The role focuses on creating mechanical parts and assemblies in SolidWorks, translating field measurements into accurate CAD data, and delivering manufacturing-ready documentation for replacement parts.

You will interact with customers and technical teams at active industrial sites, supporting reverse-engineering efforts and field measurements.

Qualifications

• Experience creating mechanical CAD models and drawings; SolidWorks preferred.
• Ability to interpret dimensions and tolerances on complex assemblies.
• Hands-on mechanical experience from design, machining, fabrication or maintenance.
• Clear communication with customers and internal teams.
• Willingness to travel regionally and work on-site at facilities.
• Reverse engineering and 3D scanning knowledge is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Create and revise detailed 2D drawings, 3D part models, and assemblies using SolidWorks and related CAD tools.
• Develop replacement-part documentation from physical components, measurements, and existing drawings.
• Support reverse-engineering by gathering dimensions and validating fit and function.
• Visit customer facilities to collect measurements, clarify requirements, and solve problems.
• Coordinate with internal specialists, customers, suppliers, and manufacturing resources to maintain drawing accuracy.
• Learn specialized scanning and reverse-engineering tools while expanding knowledge of industrial components.

Skills

SolidWorks proficiency

Dimensional interpretation

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Field measurements

Tools

Geomagic Design X

Artec Studio

SolidWorks

Job description

Accentute Staffing is partnering with an established industrial equipment company to hire a Mechanical CAD Designer. The role focuses on creating mechanical parts and assemblies in SolidWorks, translating field measurements into accurate CAD data, and delivering manufacturing-ready documentation for replacement parts.

You will interact with customers and technical teams at active industrial sites, supporting reverse-engineering efforts and field measurements.