SolidWorks Designer

SolidWorks Designer

Clayton Services is searching for a SolidWorks Designer to join a growing industrial electrical company in the Houston area. The SolidWorks Designer will be responsible for developing detailed 3D models, equipment layouts, and fabrication drawings for custom electrical control equipment. This position will work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure designs are accurate, manufacturable, and ready for fabrication and assembly.

Job Type: Temp-to-Hire Pay Rate: $48.00 - $52.00/hour Benefits: Excellent benefits are available after the successful completion of the temporary period, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) w/ match, PTO, and more.

SolidWorks Designer Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D models, assemblies, and production drawings using SolidWorks.
• Create layouts for custom electrical control equipment and related assemblies.
• Design sheet metal components, mounting arrangements, internal supports, and related hardware.
• Translate electrical schematics, technical specifications, and project requirements into practical mechanical designs.
• Prepare detailed drawings containing the dimensions and information required for fabrication and assembly.
• Verify component dimensions, spacing, clearances, accessibility, and mounting requirements before releasing designs for production.
• Develop and maintain bills of materials and supporting design documentation.
• Revise drawings and models based on engineering changes, project requirements, and production feedback.
• Coordinate with engineering personnel to ensure mechanical designs align with electrical and project requirements.
• Work directly with fabrication and assembly personnel to resolve design and production questions.
• Maintain accurate drawing revisions and project documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve design consistency, manufacturability, and production efficiency.

SolidWorks Designer Skills and Abilities

• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks, including 3D modeling, assemblies, and sheet metal design.
• Ability to create detailed fabrication and manufacturing drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical components and their placement within control equipment.
• Understanding of component dimensions, mounting requirements, spacing, and clearances.
• Ability to develop accurate bills of materials and production documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify potential design or fabrication issues before production.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering, project, and production personnel.

SolidWorks Designer Education and Experience

• 2+ years of professional SolidWorks design experience required.
• Previous experience in an industrial manufacturing, electrical equipment, fabrication, or similar environment preferred.
• Experience designing industrial control panels, electrical enclosures, or similar equipment strongly preferred.
• Experience with SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar electrical design software is a plus.
• Knowledge of UL 508A and applicable industrial electrical requirements is a plus.
• Experience with industrial automation, motor control, instrumentation, or power distribution equipment is preferred.
• Familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, relays, terminal blocks, disconnects, and other industrial control components is preferred.
• Previous hands-on experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, electrical, or panel assembly environment is a plus.

SolidWorks Designer - Immediate need. Apply today!