Computer Aided Design Manager Jobs in Manchester, MI

Join a dynamic team dedicated to designing and manufacturing precision components for plastic extrusion and injection molding processes. This role involves a combination of mechanical design, CAD modeling, manufacturing support, reverse engineering, machining knowledge, and project execution to enhance the performance and efficiency of plastics processing equipment.

• Design and modify precision mechanical components used in plastics processing equipment.
• Create and maintain CAD models, engineering drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Support production through troubleshooting, process improvements, and design modifications.
• Work closely with machinists and manufacturing personnel to ensure designs can be produced efficiently.
• Perform reverse engineering activities on existing customer components and assemblies.
• Support machine programming and manufacturing-related technical activities.
• Verify dimensions and product quality using measurement equipment such as micrometers and calipers.
• Participate in design reviews, problem-solving efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with customer-driven engineering modifications and product improvements.
• Spend time on the manufacturing floor validating designs and supporting production.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 7+ years of Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Strong CAD experience creating mechanical designs and detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and mechanical aptitude.
• Understanding of machining processes.
• Experience supporting products from design through manufacturing.
• Sheet metal or metals experience (Metallurgy or materials knowledge).
• Reverse engineering experience.

• Precision machining or CNC machining experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar 3D CAD software.
• Exposure to plastics processing, extrusion, or injection molding equipment.
• CNC programming experience.
• Experience working in a custom manufacturing or low-volume/high-mix environment.
• Hands-on fabrication, welding, machining, automotive, or mechanical hobby experience.

This position is set in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment that combines engineering, precision machining, and manufacturing expertise. It requires spending time both at a computer and on the production floor solving real-world manufacturing problems. The role involves close collaboration with manufacturing personnel to ensure practical and manufacturable designs.

This is a Permanent position based out of Tecumseh, MI.

The pay range for this position is $82000.00 - $102000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Competitive salary with annual review opportunitiesMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company contribution/matchPaid vacation and holidaysCareer growth opportunities within a growing manufacturing organizationHands-on engineering environment with direct impact on products and manufacturing processesExposure to design engineering, machining, manufacturing, and customer-driven product developmentSmall-company culture with direct access to leadership and decision-makersStable, long-standing manufacturing company serving the plastics processing industryOpportunity to work on custom-engineered products rather than highly repetitive production workCollaborative team environment where engineers work closely with machinists, manufacturing personnel, and leadership

This is a fully onsite position in Tecumseh,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

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