CAD Designer

This position is responsible for 3D modeling, layout, and detailing of plant systems and specific heavy processing equipment. Working closely with the corporate engineering team, this position requires a self-starter who can make preliminary design decisions with minimal supervision. The designer will collaborate with our existing team of full-time CAD designers to support ongoing projects and ensure accurate, timely completion of equipment details and plant layouts.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Creates detailed 3D models and drawings of rendering plant equipment (e.g., screw conveyors, hoppers) and larger plant facility layouts
• Works independently to support the engineering team, making informed design decisions for final engineering validation
• Generates accurate bills of materials with part numbers and detailed descriptions
• Organizes and manage project drawings systematically using Autodesk Vault
• Collaborates effectively with other CAD designers, seeking input when necessary while maintaining a high degree of self-sufficiency
• Maintains project priorities, keeping drawing workflows moving to meet strict completion dates.
• Occasionally travel to plant facilities as deemed necessary by engineering management to verify field dimensions and layouts
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of experience
• High level of proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and Vault (or an equivalent level of expertise in Solidworks or similar 3D CAD software)
• Familiarity with AutoCAD for occasional 2D drafting needs
• Proven ability to work independently and drive tasks to completion without requiring extensive supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience designing and modeling heavy industrial equipment or structural layouts.
• Mechanical knowledge to assemble complex components and understand simple ratios (such as motor torque, sprocket ratios, and drive capacities)
• Building construction knowledge to draw foundations, plots, and structural supports

Working Conditions and Physical Demands - CORPORATE

• Position is based in an office environment
• Occasional travel to off-site locations is required.
• Requires prolonged sitting and movement throughout office/work locations, as well as occasional use of computers and office equipment.
• Must occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb or balance.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and identify potential workplace hazards.
• Requires the ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs.