CAD Designer/Drafter

CAD Designer/Drafter

Carrier Process Equipment Group (CPEG) offers customers a comprehensive line of large industrial processing equipment for a wide variety of industries. By combining engineering expertise including high tolerance fabrication and assembly, we design and manufacture custom bulk processing equipment and custom fluid solutions. We are looking for a CAD Designer/Drafter at our Strongsville, OH location to support the Sly division. This is an onsite position that is responsible for working with project engineers, the drafting manager, and R&D engineers to develop detailed and complete 3D models and 2D drawings for manufacturing use. The CAD Designer/Drafter position requires extreme attention to detail. Ideal candidates should require little supervision, demonstrate initiative, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

What You'll Do

• Participate in design reviews with project engineers to examine customer specifications and ask questions.
• Develop accurate 3D models based on design conditions and criteria given by project engineers.
• Develop detailed 2D drawings based on 3D models for manufacturing use.
• Provide project engineers, R&D engineers, and manufacturing shop with support as needed.
• Work with R&D engineers and drafting manager when application or design challenges arise.
• Follow product drawings, sketches, engineering ideas and verbal instructions.
• Modify 3D models and 2D drawings as needed for customer changes, as built drawings, or manufacturing needs.

Requirements

• Associates degree in a field related to engineering or manufacturing. Relative work experience will also be considered.
• 2+ years of experience in CAD systems (Inventor/AutoCAD) or related experience/training.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to multitask, solve problems, organize, and prioritize cross-functional projects.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Understanding of the design and manufacturing process.
• Ability to reason mathematically with high speed and accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including ASME welding standards, metal forming, and structural systems.
• Knowledge of metal fabrication methods and materials.
• Prior experience in air pollution equipment.

Competitive Benefits

• Generous paid time off as well as 80 hours of holiday pay each year.
• Ability to become an Employee Owner. This benefit is fully funded by the company — no employee contribution required — and builds value for you over time based on the company's performance.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. We provide a company contribution with Health Savings Account (HSA) participation. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are also available for healthcare and dependent care expenses, regardless of whether you are enrolled in a company medical plan.
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability coverage, along with supplemental Short-Term Disability coverage (company pays 50% of premium).
• Voluntary coverages such as additional life insurance, accident insurance and more.
• Employee Assistance Program. Our EAP offers free, confidential support including legal and financial consultations, counseling services, estate planning, travel assistance, and work-life resources such as childcare, eldercare, and health advocacy.
• Employee Referral Program bonus.
• Educational Assistance.
• Career Advancement. CPEG is 100% employee-owned and led by a dynamic executive team of talented individuals who have risen through the management structure.
• Option to contribute to a 401(k) plan with flexible loan feature — invest in your future while keeping access to your funds if you need them.
• Cash Balance Pension Plan. We contribute to this retirement savings on your behalf—no employee contribution required. Combined with a guaranteed 4% rate of return, this means you receive a consistent and valuable retirement benefit every year.