TJP #3267 Engineer Solidworks Expert Millwork/Cabinetry $90-$120K salary commensurate

Position Overview:

We are expanding our engineering team and are seeking a Design Engineer with strong SolidWorks experience to support our custom manufacturing operations.

This role is ideal for someone who has worked in cabinetry, millwork, or other highly customized production environments and is comfortable building detailed 3D models, assemblies, and production drawings. Direct millwork experience is not required—we are willing to train the right candidate on millwork standards, materials, and processes as they relate to our business.

This is an on-site position. Candidates must be willing to commute or relocate to the Fort Wayne / Grabill, Indiana area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and shop drawings using SolidWorks
• Interpret architectural, design, and internal project documentation
• Develop and maintain cut lists, bills of materials (BOMs), and part files
• Ensure drawings meet production standards, quality expectations, and timelines
• Collaborate closely with project managers, production teams, and installers
• Resolve engineering challenges related to custom manufacturing and fitment
• Maintain organized documentation and revision control throughout each project

Qualifications:

Required:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience using SolidWorks
• Experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings and assemblies
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills

Preferred / Highly Valued:

• Experience in cabinetry, millwork, or other highly customized production environments
• Familiarity with CNC-driven manufacturing environments
• Exposure to materials, hardware, and assemblies used in fabricated products

(Millwork-specific knowledge is a plus, but not required — training will be provided.)

Job Summary:

·       Job Type:

o   Full-time

·       Benefits:

• • On-the-job training
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance

·       Experience:

• • SolidWorks: 2 years (Preferred)
• This is a full-time onsite opportunity (not remote) and relocation will be required if needed.

Salary: $90-$120K salary commensurate

Benefits include but are not limited to health, 2 weeks paid time-off, holiday pay and relocation assistance

Interested candidates should email their resume to ryan@tradejobplacement.com or call (417) 850-7159 or apply direct from the job listing at www.tradejobplacement.com/recruiting/