Senior Mechanical CAD Designer — 3D CAD Expert

Inuplands; Cambridge, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Senior Mechanical CAD Designer to create layouts and drawings for fixtures and test equipment. You will work with engineers to improve manufacturing systems and ensure designs meet specs and MIL-STD-31000.

Requires 10+ years of 3D CAD, SolidWorks and/or CREO, 3DX PLM experience, and ability to obtain a government security clearance. Onsite role with competitive base salary and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Requires a Technical or Associate's degree in drafting, mechanical engineering, or manufacturing engineering.
• 10+ years of experience designing in 3D CAD and producing 2D drawings using SolidWorks and/or CREO.
• Experience in a defense contracting environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare calculations on the proposed machine before completing technical drawings.
• Sketch and draw up designs using input from engineers and architects on the team.
• Calculate factors like tolerance, dimensions, and thermal and structural analysis.
• Create designs in line with company procedure, regulations and client standards.
• Submit drawings to upper management and construction teams.
• Provide support during the building and installation process, ensuring that the equipment is built properly and according to design specifications.
• Finalize designs and send prints to the production department.
• Serve as a mentor to junior staff.

Skills

SolidWorks

CREO

3DX PLM

CAD drafting

Tolerance analysis

Manufacturing processes

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Technical or Associate's degree in drafting, mechanical engineering, or manufacturing engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CREO

3DX PLM

Job description

Draper in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Senior Mechanical CAD Designer to create layouts and drawings for fixtures and test equipment. You will work with engineers to improve manufacturing systems and ensure designs meet specs and MIL-STD-31000.

Requires 10+ years of 3D CAD, SolidWorks and/or CREO, 3DX PLM experience, and ability to obtain a government security clearance. Onsite role with competitive base salary and growth opportunities.