CAD Designer

Description

CooperWorks Industries, part of the MAC Medical family of companies, is a growing custom manufacturing operation located in Millstadt, Illinois, approximately 20 miles from downtown St. Louis. We specialize in custom cabinetry, commercial casework, countertops, fixtures, millwork, and laminated products.

JOB SUMMARY

The CAD Designer is responsible for creating, modifying, and maintaining detailed shop drawings, production drawings, and technical documentation for commercial laminated products, casework, countertops, and related projects. The CAD Designer is detail-oriented, technically skilled, and capable of working closely with sales, estimating, project management, and production teams to ensure designs accurately reflect project requirements and manufacturing capabilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Create detailed shop drawings, production drawings, and assembly drawings for commercial laminated products and casework projects.
• Interpret architectural plans, specifications, and design documents to develop accurate manufacturing drawings.
• Prepare layouts, elevations, sections, and detail drawings for fabrication and installation.
• Collaborate with sales, estimating, project management, and production teams to ensure project requirements are accurately reflected in drawings.
• Review drawings for completeness, accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with project specifications.
• Revise and update drawings based on client comments, field conditions, and project changes.
• Coordinate material specifications, dimensions, hardware selections, and construction details within project drawings.
• Generate bills of materials (BOMs), cut lists, and support production documentation as required.
• Maintain drawing standards, file organization, and revision control procedures.
• Assist with project handoff meetings and provide technical support to production and installation teams.
• Ensure drawings are completed within project schedules and deadlines.
• Stay current with industry standards, software updates, and manufacturing best practices.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Strong knowledge of commercial casework, cabinetry, architectural millwork, or laminated products.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or other CAD drafting software.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and fabrication processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate drawings.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent training in Drafting, CAD Technology, Architectural Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2–5 years of experience in CAD drafting, casework design, millwork drafting, or related industries.
• Experience working with commercial construction documents and architectural specifications preferred.
• Familiarity with manufacturing and production environments is highly desirable.
• Experience creating shop drawings for commercial projects is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Experience with CNC programming, nesting software, or manufacturing systems is a plus.