Manufacturing CAD Designer

Addictive Desert Designs•Chandler, AZ

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Horsepower Automotive Group (HPAG) is seeking a CAD Designer to create and refine premium automotive aftermarket products at its Chandler, Arizona facility. The role owns the research and development design process, turning ideas into manufacturable bumpers and accessories for off-road vehicles. Designs progress from CAD through prototyping and production, working hands-on with the prototype engineering team. The designer creates CAD models in SolidWorks, develops complex 3D sheet metal and tubular assemblies, processes 3D scans and vehicle mesh data, and supports moving new products into automation and production. The position also involves revising parts and assemblies based on open instructions and producing accurate, measured drawings. This is a full-time, on-site role with an eight-hour weekday day shift. Starting pay is $27.00 per hour, with advancement depending on experience.

Requirements

Strong SolidWorks skills, including managing complex assemblies and creating sheet metal and tubular parts.
At least 1 year of experience designing similar automotive or aerospace products.
Experience with tooling and fixtures and the ability to bring a 3D model into physical reality.
Working knowledge of machine work and processes for final parts.
Experience collaborating with an engineering team and producing accurate, measured drawings.
Creative mindset and the discipline to translate ideas into clean, manufacturable assemblies.
Self-motivated and assertive, and comfortable in a fast-paced shop where priorities shift quickly.
Team-first attitude, putting the success of the team above personal interests.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
Ability to pass a background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

Create daily CAD models in SolidWorks from templates, physical parts, or original designs.
Build complex 3D sheet metal and tubular assemblies that are ready for manufacturing.
Process 3D scans and create scanned mesh models of vehicle data to support new product development.
Partner with the prototype engineering team to move new products into automation and production.
Carry out part and assembly revisions based on open instructions.
Help bring designs from the screen into physical prototypes and production.