CAD Designer - Telcom Enclosures

Koch Enterprises • Strafford, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the American Products Engineering team as a CAD Designer / Product Designer, creating custom communications enclosures and supporting real-world manufacturing solutions. The role involves working with customers, sales, production, and engineering to develop high-quality custom equipment and improve existing and future designs. This position is intended for motivated designers seeking long-term career growth in a safety-first environment. It has no direct reports, and duties may evolve based on business needs.

Requirements

• Proficiency in 3D CAD software.
• Sheet metal design experience.
• At least 2 years of industrial mechanical engineering experience.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work professionally with internal teams and customers.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 25 lbs, and use hands for detailed work.
• Wear safety glasses and steel-toe boots and follow safety procedures at all times.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; equivalent education and hands-on experience will also be considered.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems; Syteline experience is a plus.
• Experience with stamping dies, jigs, and fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Design custom communications enclosures using 3D modeling software.
• Modify existing production designs to meet customer needs.
• Create bills of material, customer drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Support design testing and continuous improvement efforts.
• Develop innovative design solutions to improve quality and reduce cost.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, production, and customers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time