Cad Designer

Hiring for a CAD Designer in Berlin, CT

Job Description

The CAD Designer is responsible for supporting senior engineers by creating and maintaining detailed CAD models, drawings, and technical documentation using SolidWorks. This role involves translating engineering concepts into manufacturable designs while supporting product development, tooling, and production needs. The designer collaborates closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed CAD models and drawings using SolidWorks.
• Translate engineering concepts into manufacturable designs.
• Support product development, tooling, and production needs.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Produce technical documentation to support designs.

Essential Skills

• 2-3 years of experience in CAD design.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Ability to create accurate 2D and 3D models and drawings.
• Strong blueprint interpretation skills.
• High attention to detail with disciplined documentation habits.
• Strong communication skills and comfort working with engineers and production teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Exposure to machining, tooling, or precision manufacturing processes.
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks Visualize, or related tools.
• Basic experience with design analysis, simulations, or feasibility studies.
• Any ERP exposure, with JobBoss being a plus.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role located in Berlin, Connecticut, requiring close interaction with engineering, machining, and production teams. The work environment is a hands-on manufacturing setting, not limited to desk-only design tasks. The role follows a standard weekday schedule with overtime usually available. The company is a family-owned precision manufacturer with over 60 years of stability, committed to employee investment and long-term careers, housed in a modern facility with advanced machining and tooling capabilities. The culture values craftsmanship, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

For immediate consideration, please use the following link to schedule an employment screen: https://talentassistant.actalentservices.com/assistant/bookings/i8y8SJbY

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Berlin, CT.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Berlin,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.