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SolidWorks CAD Designer - 19397
Job Description
We’re looking for a SolidWorks CAD Designer in the Industrial Equipment and Chemical Injection Industry
Our client is a leader in the industrial equipment and chemical injection market, developing customized solutions that support a wide range of oil & gas and manufacturing applications. With a strong focus on quality, precision, and design efficiency, this engineering-driven team values collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence.
They are currently seeking a highly skilled SolidWorks CAD Designer to help transform engineering concepts into manufacturable, detailed 3D models and 2D drawings.
The SolidWorks CAD Designer will play a critical role in product development by creating, revising, and maintaining detailed 3D CAD models and 2D schematics for complex mechanical systems. This includes P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and production-ready drawings for chemical injection systems and industrial pump equipment. The designer will work closely with engineers, project teams, and production staff to ensure accurate and efficient documentation throughout the design and fabrication process.
SolidWorks CAD Designer Responsibilities:
· Design and develop products for the pump and chemical injection market
· Create and revise 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks
· Develop and maintain 2D schematics, including P&IDs, electrical drawings, and custom documentation
· Interpret engineering sketches and specifications to produce concept, prototype, and production-ready drawings
· Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and detailed assembly documentation for procurement and fabrication
· Collaborate closely with engineers and cross-functional project teams
· Maintain drawing version control and documentation in accordance with PDM protocols
· Support continuous improvement through component standardization and template optimization
The Successful Candidate Has:
· Minimum 6 years of hands-on experience with SolidWorks in a mechanical design setting
· Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting Technology, or a related field
· Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, manufacturing processes, and GD&T
· Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics in accordance with ASME standards
· Experience creating and interpreting P&ID and electrical wiring diagrams
· Experience using SolidWorks PDM or similar product data management tools
· Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills
· Proven ability to generate accurate BOMs and provide supporting documentation for user manuals and shop-floor instructions
· Capable of working independently and collaborating effectively across departments
Preferred Qualifications:
· SolidWorks certification is an asset
· Background in oil & gas, custom fabrication, or manufacturing industries
· Experience with CAD rendering tools for generating visuals for sales or marketing
· Advanced SolidWorks modeling techniques, including:
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Top-down and bottom-up modeling methodologies
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Design tables and configuration management
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Large assembly modeling
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Direct editing via model items in drawing views
· Proficiency in 3D modeling of:
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Machined, molded, cast, forged, extruded parts
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Structural weldments, sheet metal parts, piping & instrumentation via SolidWorks Routing
· Experience producing a variety of technical drawings, such as:
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Mono and multi-detail part drawings
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Tabulated and assembly drawings
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Inseparable assembly and altered item drawings
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General arrangement, P&IDs, wiring harnesses, and schematic drawings
Compensation and Benefits:
· Competitive salary commensurate with experience
· Comprehensive health and dental benefits package
· Opportunity to work with an experienced, multidisciplinary team
· Access to state-of-the-art design tools and a collaborative R&D environment
· A stable, growth-focused company operating in a high-demand industry
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.
Meet Your Recruiter
Cam Macmillan
Managing Director & Co-Founder
Recruiting Specialty: Executive Search & Operations
Cam is passionate about developing world-class teams. That is what he has done as Managing Director and Co-Founder at The Headhunters, and that is what he helps others to do. Cam's clients—a range of Fortune 500 through to owner-managed companies—know him as a strong leader, someone with an extensive network of top talent who delivers on his promises.
Throughout his far-reaching career, Cam has managed manufacturing teams in North America, retail crews, government teams with an international scope, and professional services organizations in Western Canada. Because he understands that great enterprises are made up of people who strive to reach their own full potential every day, his mission is to inspire people to achieve excellence. As an expression of that commitment, Cam sits on the board for the ThresholdImpact Venture Mentoring Service at the University of Alberta and actively mentors entrepreneurs inspired by those who came before him.
Cam is active in the entrepreneurial community throughout Western Canada and has been a member of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization in Vancouver. He is passionate about giving back, and in-line with this value he co-founded ClubNeed, an organization focused on creating unique adventure travel experiences while giving back to communities in Central America. He also volunteers with the Northern Alberta YMCA. Cam is the proud father of three, and is an active cyclist, runner and skier. He has completed a number of marathons, Gran Fondos and triathlons, including Ironman Florida.