CAD Designer

Stephen Gould Corporation•Everett, WA

17h•$79,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Stephen Gould is seeking a skilled CAD Designer to transform tools and requirements into functional, aesthetically pleasing products that can be efficiently manufactured while adhering to customer constraints and machine limitations. The designer creates and maintains dimensional, installation, layout, assembly, and other detailed drawings for custom tool control systems, tool kits, toolboxes, and storage systems. The work includes reviewing customer documentation, maintaining design records, supporting CAD database and PDM maintenance, and troubleshooting design and testing challenges. This is not a remote position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, associate's degree, certificate from a technical trade school in CAD, drafting, mechanical design, or a related field, or equivalent experience and training.
Strong 2D and 3D CAD/design skills, including the ability to create detailed, functional, aesthetically pleasing designs and drawings from sketches, concepts, and specifications.
Understanding of design for manufacturing (DFM), including efficient, low-labor methods of producing kits.
Familiarity with laser cutting, waterjet cutting, CNC machining, and additive manufacturing (3D printing).
In-depth knowledge of tool functionality and grouping strategies, with hands-on experience creating complete, customer-ready solutions from varied tools and components.
Skill in designing efficient tool control layouts, custom kits, and storage systems, including systems incorporating foam-based materials.
Knowledge of standard drafting practices, engineering documentation, and design procedures.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, BricsCAD, or comparable CAD software; candidates with substantial industry experience on other CAD platforms may also be considered.
PC skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel for accurate data analysis and manipulation.

Nice To Haves

Excellent spatial visualization ability to envision how individual components come together in a unified design.
Strong attention to detail and ability to focus on complex design work for extended periods.
Excellent interpersonal, listening, oral, and written communication skills.
Team-oriented work ethic and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently, manage time efficiently, and organize multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

Create dimensional, installation, and complex design drawings from concept to completion in accordance with company guidelines and engineering specifications.
Design tool layouts and assemblies within tool kits, toolboxes, and related storage systems, ensuring efficient organization and accessibility.
Develop drawings that accurately represent tool placement, fit, and functionality within custom tool control systems.
Update existing drawings and improve models to reflect design changes and support efficient manufacturing.
Revise and maintain project drawings for consistency and accuracy on the manufacturing and assembly floor.
Follow company drawing revision guidelines to keep drawings current and accurate.
Review customer documentation, plans, and specifications as directed by the Engineering Manager.
Maintain detailed notes, design calculations, and other relevant documentation.
Support CAD database management and PDM maintenance.
Troubleshoot problems and determine effective ways to test and overcome them.