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CAD Designer/Mechanical Design Technician
Job in
Torrington, Litchfield County, Connecticut, 06792, USA
Listed on 2026-07-26
Listing for:
Outer Armor by Commercial Sewing, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-26
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Engineering Design & Technologists, Product Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Engineering Design & Technologists, Product Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Commercial Sewing is seeking an experienced CAD Designer / Mechanical Design Technician to join our Engineering team. In this role, you'll combine creative design work with hands-on manufacturing support to develop products, tooling, fixtures, and production solutions that improve quality, efficiency, and performance.
This isn't just a desk job. You'll work closely with engineering, production, and operations teams to see your designs move from concept to prototype to production.
If you enjoy solving technical challenges and seeing your work come to life on the manufacturing floor, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll DoDesign & Product Development Create detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings using Solid Works.
Develop production-ready designs that balance functionality, quality, manufacturability, and cost.
Apply GD&T principles and engineering standards to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Support new product development from concept through production implementation.
Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), drawings, and revision-controlled documentation.
Tooling, Fixtures & Manufacturing Support Design tooling, fixtures, jigs, and manufacturing aids that improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
Evaluate products and processes for manufacturability and assembly optimization.
Partner with production teams to troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues.
Support prototype development, testing, and validation activities.
Assist with plant layout, workflow, and production improvement projects.
Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve productivity, and enhance product quality.
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
Help implement engineering and manufacturing process improvements.
Maintain accurate engineering records and documentation within company systems.
What Success Looks Like In this role, you'll contribute to:
Efficient transitions from design to production
Improved manufacturing processes and workflow
Reduced production issues and rework
Better tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids Increased product quality and customer satisfaction
Faster implementation of engineering improvements
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications Associate Degree in Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, CAD Technology, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
5–7 years of CAD design experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of mechanical design principles.
Experience creating detailed manufacturing drawings and assemblies.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Preferred Qualifications Advanced Solid Works proficiency.
Experience with GD&T and engineering drawing standards.
Experience with ERP systems (Epicor preferred).Tooling, fixture, and jig design experience.
Fabrication, machining, or manufacturing experience.
Experience with textiles, sewn products, or assembly-based manufacturing.
Knowledge of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices.
Why Join Commercial Sewing?
At Commercial Sewing, you'll work on meaningful projects that directly impact our products, customers, and manufacturing operations.
Benefits & Perks Health & Financial Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Supplemental Insurance Options
401(k) Retirement Plan Competitive Compensation End-of-Year Bonus Opportunities Work-Life Balance Paid Holidays Summer Shutdown Christmas Break Spring Day Off Paid Time Off Employee Appreciation Summer BBQ Gift Cards Thanksgiving Dinner Gift Cards Employee Recognition Programs Casual Dress Fridays Culture & Growth Family-oriented work environment
Halloween Costume Contest Christmas Party Wellness Challenges Professional development opportunities
Advancement from within
Many of our employees have been with Commercial Sewing for 20, 30, and even 40+ years, a testament to our culture and commitment to our team.
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