SolidWorks 3D Designer

Bentley Welding, Inc.; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life and disability Insurance

Job summary

Bentley Mission Critical in Greeley, Colorado seeks a seasoned 3D Designer - SolidWorks to develop production-ready models, assemblies, and fabrication drawings for modular data center products. You will translate customer requirements into accurate SolidWorks models built for Lean manufacturing and one-piece flow on the shop floor.

The role emphasizes DFM, collaboration with fabrication teams, and maintaining a reusable parts library. Fluency in English and portfolio required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of SolidWorks 3D design experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Engineering degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or related field, or equivalent engineering experience.
• Advanced SolidWorks proficiency: parts, large assemblies, weldments, sheet metal, configurations, and detailed drawings.
• Portfolio of SolidWorks projects required with application.
• Strong Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFA) knowledge — models that can be fabricated.
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge with a strong one-piece flow mentality.
• Proven ability to read, interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D part models, large assemblies, and weldments in SolidWorks for modular data center structures and related components.
• Build top-level and sub-level assemblies that accurately represent the complete data center product for fabrication, assembly and installation.
• Produce fabrication-ready drawings including dimensions, tolerances, GD&T, weld symbols, BOMs and cut lists.
• Maintain clean model structure, file naming, configurations, and revision control per department standards.
• Develop and maintain a library of standard parts, templates, and reusable design components.
• Design sheet metal, structural steel, and welded components with correct bend allowances and hole patterns.
• Reduce part count, material waste, cutting time, welding time, and assembly complexity.
• Standardize components across projects; work with fabrication teams to resolve build issues.

Skills

5+ years SolidWorks experience

DFM/DFA

Lean manufacturing

Blueprints/ drawings interpretation

English communication

Portfolio of SolidWorks projects

Education

Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM

CSWP/CSWE certification

Nesting software

CNC/laser/plasma workflows

Job description

Description

About Bentley Mission Critical

Bentley Mission Critical manufactures factory-built infrastructure for the world’s most demanding data centers. From our ISO 9001:2015 certified facility in Greeley, Colorado, we engineer, fabricate, and test complete modular data center systems — pre-integrating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a controlled factory environment to deliver projects 30–50% faster than traditional construction. Our customers include hyperscale, AI/GPU compute, colocation, and enterprise data center operators. We don’t build projects — we manufacture products, and we do it quality-driven, on time, every time.

We are growing fast, and our people are the reason. This role exists to make sure that as we scale, we stay a place where skilled, motivated people want to build their careers.

Position Summary

The 3D Designer – SolidWorks is responsible for developing production-ready 3D models, assemblies, and fabrication drawings for Bentley Mission Critical’s modular data center products, including structural frames, enclosures, skids, platforms, electrical rooms, and supporting infrastructure. This position translates customer blueprints and engineering requirements into accurate SolidWorks models that can be fabricated efficiently on our shop floor.

This role is built around Design for Manufacturing. Every model and drawing must be buildable, standardized, and designed to support Lean Manufacturing and one-piece flow through cutting, forming, welding, and assembly — so production builds it right the first time, on time, every time.

Performance Metrics

• First-Pass Drawing Accuracy (Right First Time)
• On-Time Drawing Release
• Design-Related Shop Rework & RFI Reduction
• Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) per Project
• Design Hours vs. Estimate
• Material Utilization & Scrap Reduction
• Part Standardization & Library Reuse
• DFM Improvements Implemented
• Quality Escapes/NCRs Attributed to Design
• Support of One-Piece Flow & Production Throughput

*Must be 18 years or older to apply*

Key Responsibilities

SolidWorks 3D Modeling – Data Center Products

• Create detailed 3D part models, large assemblies, and weldments in SolidWorks for modular data center structures, enclosures, skids, platforms, and related components.
• Build top-level and sub-level assemblies that accurately represent the complete data center product for fabrication, assembly, and installation.
• Produce fabrication-ready drawings including dimensions, tolerances, GD&T where required, weld symbols, BOMs, cut lists, and sheet metal flat patterns.
• Maintain clean model structure, file naming, configurations, and revision control per department standards.
• Develop and maintain a library of standard parts, templates, and reusable design components.

Design for Manufacturing (DFM)

• Ensure every model and drawing can be fabricated with our available equipment, processes, materials, and tooling.
• Design sheet metal, structural steel, and welded components with correct bend allowances, material thicknesses, hole patterns, and weld access.
• Reduce part count, material waste, cutting and welding time, and assembly complexity through design.
• Standardize components and hardware across projects to simplify purchasing, inventory, and production.
• Work directly with fabrication and production teams to resolve build issues and incorporate shop feedback.

Lean Manufacturing & One-Piece Flow

• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to eliminate waste (overprocessing, motion, waiting, rework, and defects) at the design stage.
• Design parts and assemblies that move through production in one-piece flow, minimizing batching and work-in-process.
• Develop modular, sequenced assemblies aligned with production cells and takt time.
• Participate in Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support visual work instructions, assembly sequences, and exploded views for the shop floor.

Blueprint Review & Interpretation

• Read, review, and interpret engineering blueprints, architectural and structural drawings, customer specifications, and vendor submittals.
• Translate customer drawings and requirements into accurate SolidWorks models and fabrication packages.
• Perform design checks for dimensions, fit, interferences, tolerances, and constructability before release to production.
• Identify discrepancies or missing information and communicate them through RFIs to engineering leadership and customers.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with Development, Sales, Customer, and Production & Support Engineering to meet project schedules.
• Support engineering change orders (ECOs), revisions, and as-built documentation.
• Communicate clearly with engineers, fabricators, installers, and customers in English.

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in an indoor office setting at a computer workstation for extended periods, with regular time on the manufacturing shop floor to review fabrication and assembly. Required PPE must be worn on the shop floor.

Benefits

Offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life and disability Insurance

Benefits may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bentley Mission Critical is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

Required

• Minimum 5 years of SolidWorks 3D design experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Engineering background: degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or related field, or equivalent engineering experience.
• Advanced SolidWorks proficiency: parts, large assemblies, weldments, sheet metal, configurations, and detailed drawings.
• Demonstrated portfolio of SolidWorks projects (portfolio required with application).
• Strong Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFA) knowledge — models that can be fabricated.
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge with a strong one-piece flow mentality.
• Proven ability to review and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.

Preferred

• Data center or mission-critical infrastructure design experience.
• Spanish is a plus (bilingual English/Spanish).
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
• SolidWorks PDM experience and/or CSWP/CSWE certification.
• Experience with nesting software and CNC, laser, or plasma cutting workflows.
• Knowledge of GD&T and AWS welding symbols; familiarity with AutoCAD or Revit.