Power Systems CAD Designer & Drafter (2D/3D)

AMSC; Ayer, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

401K match

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

EAP Program

PTO

Life Insurance

Job summary

AMSC is seeking a design engineer to create detailed 2D and 3D models and documentation for power quality equipment. You will work with electrical and mechanical engineers to ensure manufacturability and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities include developing drawings, BOMs, GD&T, and PLM/ERP data, reviewing changes, and supporting prototypes and design validation. A strong CAD background in a manufacturing environment is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field.
• CAD design experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (fabrication, machining, assembly).
• Knowledge of GD&T and drafting standards.
• Experience with power systems, electrical enclosures, or industrial equipment manufacturing.
• Familiarity with UL and other regulatory compliance standards.
• Experience with ERP/PLM systems.
• Lean or Six Sigma training.
• FE certification.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for power systems equipment.
• Develop fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
• Apply GD&T principles for accurate tolerancing.
• Review drawings based on ECR/ECO changes.
• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to translate concepts into production-ready documentation.
• Support prototype builds and design validation testing.
• Ensure compliance with UL, IEEE, NEC codes.
• Assist in root cause analysis for design-related production issues.
• Maintain drawing revisions and configuration control in PLM/ERP systems.
• Identify opportunities to standardize components and assemblies.

Skills

Technical design proficiency

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Change management

Time management & organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field

Lean Six Sigma training

FE certification

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

ERP/PLM systems

Job description

AMSC is seeking a design engineer to create detailed 2D and 3D models and documentation for power quality equipment. You will work with electrical and mechanical engineers to ensure manufacturability and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities include developing drawings, BOMs, GD&T, and PLM/ERP data, reviewing changes, and supporting prototypes and design validation. A strong CAD background in a manufacturing environment is required.