Computer Aided Design Associate Jobs in Chicago, IL

Honeywell UOP Engineering is looking for an Advanced CAD Specialist to work within the Engineering projects team. As an Advanced CAD Specialist, you will work with a group of experienced CAD designers in the Rosemont, Illinois office along with other global engineering offices in support and development of engineering drawings for worldwide customers. The position focuses on detailed complex assignments, infrastructure facilitation/collaboration with the drafting/engineering community, customer interaction and mentoring.

You will report to our Mechanical Design Engineering Manager and work out of our Rosemont, IL location on a hybrid basis. Note, for the first 90 days new hires must be full-time in office M-F.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete complex assignments.
• Understands and provides input to customer deviations in a positive manner
• Mentor new drafting CAD specialists in day-to-day activities.
• Technical communication with internal team members and external customers.
• Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in independent evaluation
• Provides guidance and shares knowledge with and drafting team members
• Supports complex technologies and/or multiple technologies.
• Involved in multiple projects and plans accordingly
• Suggests technical options to address customer requests
• Has a good relationship with customer (internal/external)
• Recognizes opportunities to make Mechanical drafting improvements
• Shares best practices gained from past projects
• Identify opportunities to improve work process and procedures

YOU MUST HAVE

• 5+ years of experience in Mechanical drafting
• Expertise with regards to Mechanical drafting details for multiple technologies
• Proficient in MicroStation

WE VALUE

• Understands internal/external customer needs and demonstrates good judgement while keeping UOP interest in line
• Communicates effectively with customers.
• Good oral / written skills.
• Input on new tool creation to steam line production
• Ability to perform checks and give feedback on the work of others
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to perform many assignments independently with instructions as to the general results expected.
• Has supported a new technology development

US PERSON REQUIREMENT

Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements

The salary range for this position is $96,000 - $120,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a performance-driven salary, cutting-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information: https://benefits.honeywell.com/

ABOUT HONEYWELL

Honeywell International Inc. (NYSE: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world's most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe. Learn more here: https://www.honeywell.com/us/en

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting date: 4/8/2026