Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company as indicated by the phrase 'Our client' in the description.
Job overview
The CAD Designer role involves creating precise HVAC product designs using SolidWorks, contributing to a legacy HVAC manufacturer's engineering team to impact product development and manufacturing.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will create 3D models and 2D drawings for HVAC equipment, support engineers by translating concepts into manufacturable designs, revise existing product drawings, ensure documentation accuracy, and collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams.
Experience and skills
The role requires proven HVAC design and CAD modeling experience, proficiency in SolidWorks, strong sheet metal design knowledge, attention to detail, and familiarity with sustaining engineering or manufacturing environments is a plus.
Career development
The position offers career growth within a stable company known for long employee tenure and investment in talent, providing a collaborative environment with experienced team members.
Work environment and culture
The company culture values collaboration, experience, and intentional growth, with a team that has many members with 25+ years of tenure, emphasizing design as a core part of the product lifecycle in an onsite work environment.
Company information
The company is a well-established HVAC manufacturer with over 60 years of industry leadership, known for high-performance American-made products and a stable, respected presence in the market.
Team overview
The candidate will join an engineering team that is collaborative, experienced, and growing slowly with intention, working closely with engineers and project leaders who value design expertise.
Job location and travel
The role requires onsite work, collaborating side-by-side with engineers and project leaders.
Unique job features
This role is distinguished by the opportunity to work in a company with long employee retention, a focus on investing in talent, and involvement in the full product lifecycle from design to manufacturing.
Company overview
DropUp® is a Dallas, Texas-based business consulting and creative services agency that helps companies elevate their people and brand presence through a range of offerings including management consulting, branding, website development, social media management, and content creation. Founded in 2019, DropUp® also provides custom-branded merchandise and promotional products, operating both as a consulting firm and a provider of company stores and advertising specialties. The company generates revenue by delivering tailored consulting solutions, creative marketing services, and branded merchandise to businesses seeking to enhance their internal culture and external image. DropUp® is a private, unfunded company with an estimated annual revenue of under $1 million, and it has built a reputation for energizing brands and supporting founders and organizations in unlocking their potential. Their operations are centered in Dallas, reflecting a commitment to supporting the local business community and beyond.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your expertise in HVAC product design and proficiency with SolidWorks, emphasizing your ability to create precise 3D models and 2D drawings for complex HVAC systems.
Focus on showcasing experience with sheet metal design, manufacturability, and collaboration with engineering and production teams to reflect the job’s emphasis on cross-functional teamwork and product lifecycle involvement.
Apply through multiple channels including DropUp®'s official corporate careers page, LinkedIn job postings, and reputable HVAC industry job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with current CAD Designers, engineers, and hiring managers at DropUp®; initiate conversations by complimenting their long tenure at the company or asking about how design integrates with production workflows to build rapport.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'HVAC design,' 'SolidWorks,' '3D modeling,' 'sheet metal design,' and 'manufacturability' to ensure your application passes automated screenings effectively.
Utilize Jennie Johnson's Power Apply feature to automate applying through all relevant platforms, tailor your resume with the right keywords, and identify LinkedIn contacts for networking, allowing you to focus on preparing for interviews and refining your portfolio.
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