Process Development Engineer: CAD to Production Floor

American Roller; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

American Roller in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a hands-on engineer to take CAD drawings through to production, bridging design, cost, and craftsmanship. You’ll refine models, create technical prints, assist with job estimating, and collaborate with production and engineering on feasibility and precision.

This role combines desk work with shop-floor activity, using Excel, Word, and Outlook to document progress and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with CAD software and technical drawing practices.
• Background in manufacturing, machining, or hands-on environments.
• Estimating or cost analysis experience preferred.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Sharp problem-solving ability and meticulous attention to detail.
• Comfort working directly in a production environment.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and interpret CAD drawings and technical prints.
• Contribute to estimating for jobs and projects with data inputs.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to verify feasibility and precision.
• Perform manual machining tasks to support prototyping and troubleshooting.
• Utilize Excel, Word, and Outlook for documentation, reporting.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to boost throughput and quality.
• Maintain a strong presence on the shop floor; hands-on role.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

American Roller in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a hands-on engineer to take CAD drawings through to production, bridging design, cost, and craftsmanship. You’ll refine models, create technical prints, assist with job estimating, and collaborate with production and engineering on feasibility and precision.

This role combines desk work with shop-floor activity, using Excel, Word, and Outlook to document progress and drive continuous improvement.