Mechanical Designer: CAD Pro with BOM & Production Ready

nVent; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent is seeking a CAD-focused designer to develop and refine product builds. You will create and modify 2D and 3D designs (AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks) and ensure drawings meet accuracy, manufacturability, and specification requirements.

The role involves reviewing requirements, building BOMs, and delivering final drawings for production while collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure pragmatic, production-ready designs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting or related field preferred; relevant experience may compensate.
• Experience using 2D AutoCAD and 3D CAD software such as Inventor/SolidWorks.
• Understanding of mechanical product building, drafting standards, and engineering documentation.
• Ability to produce detailed drawings and assemblies with high accuracy.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, and materials.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with cross-functional teams.
• 3–5+ years of product development, mechanical development, drafting, or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review customer requirements, drawings, and specifications to develop builds meeting project needs.
• Build and modify 2D and 3D designs with accuracy, functionality, and manufacturability.
• Perform build calculations and verify dimensions, tolerances, and specs; flag discrepancies.
• Apply knowledge of materials, fabrication processes, and manufacturing methods for builds.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and other teams to ensure production readiness.
• Build, maintain, and update bills of materials (BOMs) throughout the design process.
• Review and validate builds for fit, function, material selection, and project requirements.
• Prepare and submit drawing packages to customers; incorporate feedback and revisions.
• Develop final drawing packages and release builds for production.
• Support manufacturing by providing fabrication drawings and answering design questions.

Skills

Drafting

Mechanical design

Education

Associate degree in Drafting or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

nVent is seeking a CAD-focused designer to develop and refine product builds. You will create and modify 2D and 3D designs (AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks) and ensure drawings meet accuracy, manufacturability, and specification requirements.

The role involves reviewing requirements, building BOMs, and delivering final drawings for production while collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure pragmatic, production-ready designs.