AutoCAD Designer

AutoCAD Design Engineer – Key Responsibilities

1. Create 2D engineering drawings using AutoCAD.

2. Prepare manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, and detailed part drawings.

3. Interpret customer requirements, specifications, and technical documents.

4. Modify existing drawings based on engineering changes.

5. Ensure drawings comply with industry standards and company procedures.

6. Coordinate with production, quality, and project teams.

7. Prepare Bill of Materials (BOM) and documentation.

8. Support fabrication, machining, and installation activities by resolving drawing-related issues.

9. Maintain drawing revisions and document control.

10. Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Solid Edge Design Engineer – Key Responsibilities

1. Develop 3D models and assemblies using Solid Edge.

2. Design sheet metal, machined, welded, and fabricated components.

3. Generate manufacturing drawings from 3D models.

4. Perform design calculations and basic engineering analysis.

5. Create and manage BOMs and product structures.

6. Work with customers and internal teams to understand design requirements.

7. Conduct design validation and interference checks.

8. Optimize designs for manufacturability, cost, and performance.

9. Manage engineering change requests (ECRs) and revisions.

10. Support prototype development, testing, and production launch activities.

Common Skills Expected

• AutoCAD

• Solid Edge (3D Modeling)

• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)

• Sheet Metal Design

• BOM Preparation

• Manufacturing Processes

• Mechanical Drawings Interpretation

• Problem Solving

• Team Collaboration

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Common Interview Questions

1. Explain a project you designed using AutoCAD/Solid Edge.

2. How do you handle design changes requested by customers?

3. What steps do you take to avoid errors in manufacturing drawings?

4. Explain your experience with sheet metal design.

5. How do you create and manage BOMs?

6. Describe a situation where a design issue was discovered during production. How did you resolve it?

7. What is GD&T and why is it important?

8. How do you ensure a design is manufacturable and cost-effective?

9. Explain the difference between 2D drafting and 3D modeling.

10. How do you prioritize multiple design projects with tight deadlines?

These responsibilities are common for AutoCAD and Solid Edge Design Engineer roles in manufacturing companies, CNC machine builders, fabrication industries, automotive suppliers, and industrial equipment manufacturers.

• It is a Full Time Manufacturing job for candidates with 1 - 3 years of experience.