Cad Designer at Actalent San Diego, CA

Job Title

CAD Designer

San Diego, CA

The CAD Designer will develop detailed drawings for piping and tubing assemblies, draft designs for pressure vessels, design structural steel frame weldments, produce detailed machine part drawings, select materials and components for assemblies, and compile bills of materials for procurement. The role requires collaboration with engineering, sales, procurement, and manufacturing departments and communication with external stakeholders regarding drawing submissions and technical documentation.

• Develop detailed drawings for piping and tubing assemblies in compliance with ASME B31.3 standards.
• Draft designs for pressure vessels in alignment with ASME Section VIII standards.
• Design structural steel frame weldments for equipment skids and support structures.
• Produce detailed machine part drawings and technical layouts.
• Select materials and components for assemblies and compile associated bills of materials for procurement.
• Collaborate with internal engineering and sales teams to ensure design output aligns with technical and commercial specifications.
• Engage with procurement and manufacturing departments to support build and production workflows.
• Communicate with external stakeholders regarding drawing submissions and technical documentation.

• Proficiency in CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor 2010 or newer and/or Solid Works.
• Experience with AutoCAD 2010 or newer.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of PLM tools, with preference for Product Center.
• Experience with ERP systems.

• 0-3 years of relevant experience in a technical drafting or design engineering environment.
• Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CAD technical school certification or associate degree is preferred.

The work environment involves collaborating with engineering, sales, procurement, and manufacturing departments, and requires effective communication with external stakeholders. The role may involve working with CAD, PLM, and ERP systems. Typical work attire is business casual.

Pay range: $77,000.00 – $ per year.

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits.

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego, CA.

Position anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom