CAD Designer (SolidWorks / AutoCAD)
Waterford, NY | Full-Time
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About Us
Fredโs Tents & Canopies is a leading manufacturer of high-quality tent and event structures, serving customers across North America and beyond. We combine design, engineering, and manufacturing expertise to deliver custom solutions with speed, precision, and reliability.
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Position Overview
Weโre looking for a CAD Designer with strong SolidWorks and AutoCAD experience to create accurate, production-ready drawings for our manufacturing team. This role works closely with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to bring custom projects to life.
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What Youโll Do
โขย ย ย Create 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD
โขย ย ย Develop complete design packages (assemblies, fabrication drawings, BOMs)ย
โขย ย ย Translate customer and sales requirements into clear, manufacturable designsย
โขย ย ย Collaborate with Engineering on new product development, custom and non-standard projectsย
โขย ย ย Ensure drawings are accurate, complete, and ready for productionย
โขย ย ย Support production by resolving design-related questions or issuesย
โขย ย ย Continuously improve drawing standards, templates, and workflowsย
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What Weโre Looking For
โขย ย ย 3+ years of CAD design experienceย
โขย ย ย Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCADย
โขย ย ย Experience creating detailed manufacturing/fabrication drawingsย
โขย ย ย High attention to detail and strong organizational skillsย
โขย ย ย Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlinesย
โขย ย ย Strong communication and teamwork skillsย
Preferred:
โขย ย ย Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, and custom productsย
โขย ย ย Familiarity with BOMs and ERP systemsย
โขย ย ย Knowledge of materials such as aluminum, steel, and fabricย
โขย ย ย Experience with 3D Printing, Programming (Emmegi Milling Machines, Eastman Computer Cutters, ABB Welding Robot, and Dragon Plasma Cutter)
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What Success Looks Like
โขย ย ย Accurate, production-ready drawings delivered on timeย
โขย ย ย Minimal rework due to design errorsย
โขย ย ย Strong collaboration with cross-functional teamsย
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Why Join Us
โขย ย ย Growing company with a strong reputation in the industryย
โขย ย ย Hands-on, team-oriented environmentย
โขย ย ย Opportunity to work on custom, high-visibility projectsย
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Apply Today
If youโre a detail-oriented CAD professional who enjoys turning concepts into real-world products, weโd love to hear from you.
Company Description
Fredโs Tents & Canopies is a leading manufacturer of high-quality tent and event structures, serving customers across North America and beyond. We combine design, engineering, and manufacturing expertise to deliver custom solutions with speed, precision, and reliability.