Contract Computer Aided Design Designer Jobs in Rochester, NY

Who is Re:Build Applied Logix and Re:Build Manufacturing

Re:Build Applied Logix provides product OEMs with pioneering embedded systems design services and product commercialization expertise. Our senior team of electronics, software, and mechanical engineers are fluent in a broad range of applications including fuel cell control and battery management systems, precision agriculture, medical devices, automotive and transportation components, and imaging systems with machine vision and AI processing integration.

The Re:Build Applied Logix Team provides design expertise for all facets of modern digital product development - with custom analog and digital embedded electronics; VHDL and Verilog targeting FPGAs, embedded software on bare-metal, RTOS or Linux; full-stack application development (Linux and Windows). Our mechanical design capabilities include the packaging of embedded systems, tooling design, and manufacturing process development.

We are a member of the Re:Build Manufacturing family of industrial businesses combining innovative, enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America's next generation industrial company. Re:Build leverages its deep expertise in operations management and technology to supercharge performance of its subsidiaries by implementing core technologies across industrial platforms in diversified growth markets. We seek to revitalize the U.S. manufacturing base over the coming years and decades, creating substantial opportunities for our employees and the communities where we operate.

About Our Wire Harness Design Services Division

Six months ago, we launched a specialized wire harness design services division to support clients in bringing their electrical interconnect solutions from concept to manufacturing-ready designs. Our team works with diverse clients across multiple industries to:

• Design custom wire harnesses from client requirements and product specifications
• Convert existing harness drawings (PDF and other formats) into manufacturing-ready designs
• Generate comprehensive manufacturing documentation including test procedures, formboards, and work instructions
• Support modern assembly operations using Cadonix SmartBuild technology with real-time visual work instructions

Fall 2026 Co-Op Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated engineering co-op student to join our growing team specializing in wire harness engineering for Fall 2026, with the possibility of extension through Spring 2027.  This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a new, fast-growing division where you will contribute to creating foundational procedures and effective methods. You will work with the latest wire harness build technology.  

Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

What You'll Get to Do!

In this hands-on role, you'll gain real-world experience supporting the design and production of wire harness systems used in advanced engineering applications.

• Learn and use industry software (Cadonix Arcadia) to create and update wire harness designs

• Convert existing drawings into digital design formats and input key design data

• Help create manufacturing-ready documentation like work instructions and test procedures

• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to bring designs to life

• Support component selection, design validation, and quality checks

• Assist in building visual work instructions and optimizing tools used on the production floor

• Contribute to process improvements, SOP development, and best practices

• Gain exposure to cost estimating, quoting tools, and project scoping

This is a great opportunity to build technical, analytical, and cross-functional skills while working on real engineering projects from concept through production.

What You Will Bring to the Team

We're looking for curious, motivated students who are excited to learn and contribute in a hands-on engineering environment.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field

• Completed sophomore year (rising junior or senior preferred)

• Strong interest in electrical systems, wire harness design, and manufacturing

• Experience with CAD software

• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

• Clear communicator (both written and verbal)

• Able to work independently and collaborate within a team

• Comfortable documenting work and maintaining organized records

• Available Fall 2026, with potential to extend into Spring 2027

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with electrical schematics or wiring diagrams

• Experience with 3D CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)

• Basic understanding of electrical fundamentals (wire sizing, voltage, current)

• Exposure to manufacturing or Design for Manufacturing (DfM) concepts

• Experience with technical or process documentation

• Awareness of quality standards (UL, IPC, SAE, etc.)

• Prior internship or co-op experience in engineering or manufacturing

What You'll Learn

This co-op position offers exceptional learning opportunities including:

• Hands-on experience with industry-leading Cadonix Arcadia wire harness design software
• Exposure to cutting-edge SmartBuild manufacturing technology
• Understanding of the complete wire harness development lifecycle from concept to production
• Experience working directly with client requirements and translating them into technical designs
• Insight into establishing processes and best practices in a startup division environment
• Collaboration with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines
• Professional development in technical communication and documentation

The hourly rate for this position is $25.00 - $30.00 This range represents the Company's good faith estimate of the base compensation for this role at the time of posting.  Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location. In addition to hourly rate, this role may be eligible for annual incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives, subject to Company plans. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits

A Rewarding Career Awaits You

We are a company that makes a difference in the industries and the communities where we operate. This co-op experience could be the start of a long-term career with Re:Build Applied Logix, with many of our co-op students receiving full-time offers upon graduation.

We Want to Work with People that Reflect the Communities in Which We Operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, interpersonal level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations.ta@ReBuildmanufacturing.com or you may call us at 617.909.6275.