CAD Designer

Russell Food Equipment Limited•Winnipeg, MB

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Quest Metal Products is seeking a CAD Designer to join our manufacturing team. Reporting to the CAD Design Supervisor, this role is responsible for producing accurate, high-quality CAD drawings that support the design, fabrication, and installation of custom stainless steel foodservice equipment. The CAD Designer plays a key role in translating customer specifications and sketches into detailed models, assemblies, and production-ready drawings, helping ensure efficient fabrication and successful project delivery. Quest Metal Products is a division of Russell Hendrix Foodservice Equipment. Who We Are At Russell Hendrix Foodservice Equipment, we empower customers to succeed by providing high‑quality foodservice solutions across Canada. For over 80 years, we’ve been a trusted partner to restaurants, hotels, and institutions nationwide, delivering industry‑leading design, product solutions, distribution, and execution. What It's Like to Work Here We’re a team of people who believe how we work matters just as much as what we achieve. Our values of respect, integrity, and accountability guide how we treat one another and serve our customers. Our culture is defined by a strong customer focus, a mindset of winning as one team, a commitment to investing in success, and a genuine sense of care. We collaborate, support one another, and take pride in delivering great work together. Joining Russell Hendrix means being part of a team that values your contributions, supports your growth, and gives you the opportunity to make a real impact in your territory.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Mechanical Design, Drafting Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficiency with 3D CAD software, preferably Autodesk Inventor and Vault, or similar parametric modeling software
Previous experience designing or drafting manufactured products
Strong understanding of design principles, manufacturing techniques, and metal fabrication processes
Ability to produce accurate models and layout drawings from customer specifications and sketches
Proven ability to read and interpret AutoCAD drawings
High level of attention to detail with a strong commitment to quality and accuracy
Effective time management skills, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general PC-based software
Clear and professional communication skills, including listening, written, and verbal communication

Nice To Haves

experience with stainless steel kitchen equipment is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Prepare, maintain, and update installation drawings, including revisions to reflect design changes
Create 3D models, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and 2D metal layout drawings using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
Generate complete and accurate Inventor drawings from AutoCAD drawings and/or hand-drawn sketches
Incorporate best shop assembly and fabrication practices into designs to maximize production efficiency
Ensure drawings include complete Bills of Materials (BOMs) for each fabricated fixture, including non-sheet metal components
Maintain design documentation such as notes, calculations, drawings, BOMs, design parameters, and performance guarantees for future reference
Collaborate with Managers and/or Foreman to develop and apply installation and shop drawing standards that meet or exceed customer requirements during bid and submittal phases
Implement approved guidelines and requirements on drawings issued to customers
Support CAD data management practices and support effective workflow and workload coordination within the CAD department