Manufacturing Engineer

A rapidly growing advanced manufacturing and energy technology company is seeking a Manufacturing CAD/CAM Specialist/Engineer to support the design and development of a first-of-its-kind manufacturing facility. This individual will play a critical role in translating manufacturing, automation, and industrial engineering concepts into detailed technical drawings and 3D models that support facility construction, equipment integration, supplier collaboration, and long-term operational scalability.

The successful candidate will help establish the digital foundation for a highly automated production environment, partnering closely with engineering, operations, system integrators, and external stakeholders throughout facility design and deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain 2D and 3D CAD models supporting factory layouts, manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and utility interfaces.
• Convert manufacturing engineering concepts into detailed drawings suitable for EPC firms, architects, equipment suppliers, and system integrators.
• Support the development of modular and scalable manufacturing facilities optimized for automation, robotics, and digital twin integration.
• Create and manage equipment footprints, production line layouts, elevations, utility interface drawings, and material flow models.
• Establish and maintain CAD/CAM standards, file structures, and drawing methodologies to support cross-functional collaboration.
• Manage drawing revisions, engineering change documentation, and configuration control throughout the facility design lifecycle.
• Support digital twin initiatives by ensuring alignment between CAD models, simulation environments, and manufacturing execution systems.
• Prepare technical drawing packages and visual documentation for design reviews, executive presentations, permitting activities, and third-party engineering evaluations.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, automation teams, operations, and external partners to resolve design and integration challenges.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in CAD drafting, design engineering, or facility design within manufacturing, industrial, automation, or production environments.
• Experience supporting factory layouts, production line development, equipment integration, or industrial facility projects.
• Advanced proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, Revit, or similar tools.
• Experience creating and managing 3D factory models and industrial layouts.
• Knowledge of automation systems, robotics, material handling equipment, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience coordinating with EPC firms, engineering consultants, equipment vendors, or system integrators.
• Strong documentation discipline, configuration management, and revision control experience.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associates degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Design, Drafting, or a related technical field.
• Experience supporting greenfield manufacturing facilities or large-scale factory expansions.
• Familiarity with digital twin technologies, MES systems, simulation tools, or Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Experience within battery manufacturing, energy storage, automotive, electronics, industrial equipment, semiconductors, or other high-volume manufacturing environments.

Pay: From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person