CAD Fixture Designer
CAD Fixture Designer
We are seeking a skilled CAD Fixture Designer to support the design and development of precision tooling and fixtures that enable high-quality manufacturing, inspection, and assembly processes. This is a hands-on, design-focused role perfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of engineering innovation and practical application.
Responsibilities:
- Design jigs, fixtures, and tooling to support manufacturing and quality inspection
- Develop and maintain 3D CAD models and detailed 2D drawings
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and quality engineers
- Support design for manufacturability, assembly, and inspection (DFMA)
- Review and release drawings and documentation according to internal standards
Required Qualifications:
- Proficiency in CATIA for mechanical design and drafting
- Experience designing fixtures for machining, assembly, or inspection
- Solid understanding of GD&T and industry-standard technical drawing practices
- Hands-on approach to solving complex design and manufacturing challenges
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality design
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with SolidWorks in a manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with sheet metal and machined part design, as well as robotic assembly tooling
- Knowledge of PCBA, cable harnessing, and/or ESD-safe fixture design
- Experience with hydraulic or pneumatic press tooling
- Background supporting production ramp-up or New Product Introduction (NPI)
Why This Role Matters
Your contributions will directly impact the quality and precision of how cutting-edge products are manufactured and assembled. By creating high-performance fixtures and tooling, you will play a vital role in bringing innovative technology to life with consistency and excellence.
Your contributions will directly impact the quality and precision of how cutting-edge products are manufactured and assembled. By creating high-performance fixtures and tooling, you will play a vital role in bringing innovative technology to life with consistency and excellence.
Posted: 7/9/2025 7:37:07 PM
Type: Contract to Perm
Salary: $45.00 – $55.00
Category: Technical
Department: Accounts Payable
Location: Waltham MA
Ardent Office: Marlborough
Job ID: VN494061624