SolidWorks Mechanical Designer I — Entry-Level CAD Career

Socket.dev; Town of Lodi (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Mechanical Designer I to join our engineering team in Wisconsin. You will generate 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings, primarily in SolidWorks, and support senior engineers with design reviews and revisions.

The ideal candidate is new graduate or has CAD experience, with a practical understanding of manufacturing processes and job-ready drawing creation. This role offers hands-on learning, cross-functional collaboration, and exposure to thermal processing equipment

Qualifications

• Associate degree in mechanical design/drafting, or BS in Mechanical Engineering
• Alternatively, 3+ years of CAD experience with demonstrated proficiency in SolidWorks and drawing creation
• Understanding of basic manufacturing processes (e.g., welding, machining, sheet metal)
• Attention to detail and accuracy in design output
• Willingness to learn and accept feedback
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Hands-on manufacturing or fabrication experience (preferred)
• Familiarity with ERP or PDM systems (preferred)
• Clear communication skills with a collaborative, professional approach
• Aligned with a culture that values trust, teamwork, follow-through, and proactive problem solving

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models and 2D detail drawings using SolidWorks in accordance with company standards
• Apply best practices in modeling, dimensioning, and tolerance stack-ups
• Produce clean, manufacturable fabrication drawings and bills of material
• Support senior engineers and design leads with revisions and redlines
• Collaborate with manufacturing and purchasing to resolve part or drawing discrepancies
• Maintain accurate file management in PDM or other design repositories
• Participate in team meetings and design reviews as required
• Other duties as assigned by leadership

Skills

CAD experience

Drawing creation

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Strong analytical skills

Education

Associate degree in mechanical design/drafting

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Mechanical Designer I to join our engineering team in Wisconsin. You will generate 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings, primarily in SolidWorks, and support senior engineers with design reviews and revisions.

The ideal candidate is new graduate or has CAD experience, with a practical understanding of manufacturing processes and job-ready drawing creation. This role offers hands-on learning, cross-functional collaboration, and exposure to thermal processing equipment