CAD/CAM Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

 

Job Summary  

CooperWorks seeks an experienced CAD/CAM Operator to engineer commercial laminate cabinetry, architectural casework, and countertops. This role converts customer specifications and architectural drawings into accurate shop drawings, cut lists, material requirements, and CNC programs using Microvellum, CABINET VISION, and AutoCAD.

Requirements:

Key Responsibilities

· Review architectural drawings, elevations, and customer specifications; verify dimensions and construction details.

· Prepare production-ready shop drawings, CNC programs, cut lists, material lists, and labels.

· Engineer laminate cabinetry, countertops, and custom casework, including hardware and nonstandard features.

· Program CNC routers, panel saws, and automated woodworking equipment; optimize nesting and material use.

· Identify design conflicts and resolve engineering issues before production release.

· Coordinate with estimating, purchasing, and production on specifications, materials, and lead times.

· Maintain controlled engineering files, revisions, and accurate production documentation.

· Ensure all required engineering checks and approvals are complete before release to manufacturing.

Skills & Qualifications

· Experience with Microvellum, CABINET VISION, and/or AutoCAD required; proficiency in multiple platforms strongly preferred.

· 3+ years of CAD/CAM experience in cabinetry, millwork, or casework manufacturing preferred.

· Knowledge of cabinet construction, CNC programming, hardware, joinery, and laminate materials.

· Ability to interpret architectural plans and produce accurate manufacturing documentation.

· Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.

· Experience with CNC routers, beam saws, edge banders, dowel inserters, and automated material storage.

· Knowledge of architectural millwork standards, lean manufacturing, and material optimization.

Performance Expectations

Accurate and timely engineering packages; minimal engineering-related manufacturing errors; efficient CNC programming and material utilization; adherence to CooperWorks quality and engineering standards.