Job Title: CAD Designer

Job Description

The CAD Designer will be responsible for developing detailed drawings for piping and tubing assemblies, drafting designs for pressure vessels, designing structural steel frame weldments, producing detailed machine part drawings, and selecting materials and components for assemblies. The role requires collaboration with engineering and sales teams, supporting procurement and manufacturing departments, and communicating with external stakeholders regarding technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed drawings for piping and tubing assemblies in compliance with ASME B31.3 standards.
• Draft designs for pressure vessels in alignment with ASME Section VIII standards.
• Design structural steel frame weldments for equipment skids and support structures.
• Produce detailed machine part drawings and technical layouts.
• Select materials and components for assemblies, and compile associated bills of materials for procurement.
• Collaborate with internal engineering and sales teams to ensure design output aligns with technical and commercial specifications.
• Engage with procurement and manufacturing departments to support build and production workflows.
• Communicate with external stakeholders regarding drawing submissions and technical documentation.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor 2010 or newer and/or SolidWorks.
• Experience with AutoCAD 2010 or newer.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of PLM tools, with preference for Product Center.
• Experience with ERP systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 0–3 years of relevant experience in a technical drafting or design engineering environment.
• Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CAD technical school certification or associate degree is preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment involves collaborating with various departments including engineering, sales, procurement, and manufacturing. The role requires effective communication with external stakeholders. The position may require working with various software tools such as CAD, PLM, and ERP systems. The typical work attire is business casual.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $77000.00 - $180000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.