CAD Product Designer

$55,000 - $80,000/Yr

Chauvet & Sons - Lenexa, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Lenexa, KS

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

LynTec is seeking a creative and detail-oriented CAD Product Designer to join our engineering team. This role will focus on the design, development, and documentation of products using CAD software, ensuring that our products are both functional and manufacturable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design of the mechanical and structural aspects of new products using CAD software.
• Create detailed 2D and 3D models, engineering drawings, and specifications for new products.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to integrate electrical components into product designs.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all product designs, including BOMs, assembly instructions, and manufacturing guides.
• Ensure that all design documentation meets industry standards and LynTec's quality requirements.
• Work closely with the prototyping team to develop and test product prototypes.
• Make iterative design adjustments based on prototype testing and feedback.
• Analyze existing product designs to identify areas for improvement in terms of manufacturability, cost, and performance.
• Implement design changes and updates to enhance product quality and reduce production costs.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time and within scope.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field is required.
• 3-5 years of experience in CAD-based product design, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) is highly desirable.
• Exceptional attention to detail in design and documentation.
• Ability to develop innovative product designs that meet both functional and aesthetic requirements.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.