CAD Designer I
About The Position
Ascentec Engineering is hiring a CAD Designer I. Are you motivated, hard-working, and detail-oriented? Do you enjoy bringing products from concept to design through fabrication? The position of CAD Designer I is the first full-time step in our design career path. If you have strong mechanical aptitude, good visual skills, and an eagerness to learn fixture and tooling design for the Electronics Assembly industry, this opportunity offers a solid foundation for long-term advancement. This position is on-site (not remote/not hybrid) at our Tualatin headquarters and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship. AutoCAD proficiency test required in the interview process.
Requirements
- Drafting technology knowledge with proficiency in AutoCAD.
- General mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to visualize simple concepts from 2D to 3D.
- Basic understanding of Printed Circuit Board (PCB) data preferred.
- Strong computer and file-system proficiency.
- Willingness to learn ASME print reading and GD&T fundamentals.
- Self-Starter / Self-Motivated.
- Detail oriented and quality focused – “Do it right the first time.”
- Positive attitude and team player.
- Professional demeanor and respectful in all situations.
- Honest with good integrity.
- Reliable, dependable, and flexible in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Basic understanding of Printed Circuit Board (PCB) data preferred.
Responsibilities
- Produce accurate 2D drawings in AutoCAD.
- Support the creation of simple fixtures and tooling designs under supervision.
- Interpret engineering notes with guidance from senior designers.
- Release drawings for customer review and approval.
- Maintain CAD block libraries as needed and ensure compliance with established design standards.
- Support Production with basic drawing or documentation-related questions.
- Follow established file-system workflows for organizing and updating design data.
- Other duties as assigned by leadership.
Benefits
- Medical / Dental / Vision
- 401k with company match up to 4%
- Tiered Quarterly Bonus Program
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Tuition Assistance or Reimbursement
- Life Insurance
- Paid time off / paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
