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CAD Designer I

CompanyAscentec Engineering LLC
LocationTualatin
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 12, 2026
About The Company
Ascentec Engineering was founded in 2001 by a team of process and manufacturing engineers all with a solid background in electronics manufacturing processes. All brought with them experience in designing innovative and productivity-enhancing tools/fixtures that held up to the technology changes within the industry. From this experience, Ascentec Engineering was formed with the goal of providing high value, innovative, and expeditious tooling solutions unmatched in the industry. Ascentec Engineering has established itself as an EMS industry leader for tooling solutions and strives each day to continuously improve the products and services offered to all customers. Incorporating the core competencies developed since its inception, in 2007 Ascentec began a Precision Machining division focused on providing quick-turn prototype and short-run production contract machining, along with integrated assembly services. Together, the two divisions of Ascentec Engineering combine to provide a stable, comprehensive, customer focused organization providing the highest quality parts, products, and services to several demanding industries.
About the Role

Description

Ascentec Engineering is hiring a CAD Designer I. Are you motivated, hard-working, and detail-oriented? Do you enjoy bringing products from concept to design through fabrication? The position of CAD Designer I is the first full-time step in our design career path. If you have strong mechanical aptitude, good visual skills, and an eagerness to learn fixture and tooling design for the Electronics Assembly industry, this opportunity offers a solid foundation for long-term advancement. 


This position is on-site (not remote/not hybrid) at our Tualatin headquarters and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship. AutoCAD proficiency test required in the interview process. 

Requirements

Job Responsibilities:

  • Produce accurate 2D drawings in AutoCAD. 
  • Support the creation of simple fixtures and tooling designs under supervision. 
  • Interpret engineering notes with guidance from senior designers. 
  • Release drawings for customer review and approval. 
  • Maintain CAD block libraries as needed and ensure compliance with established design standards. 
  • Support Production with basic drawing or documentation-related questions. 
  • Follow established file-system workflows for organizing and updating design data. 
  • Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Job Qualifications, Experience & Technical Skills:

  • Drafting technology knowledge with proficiency in AutoCAD. 
  • General mechanical aptitude. • Ability to visualize simple concepts from 2D to 3D. 
  • Basic understanding of Printed Circuit Board (PCB) data preferred. 
  • Strong computer and file-system proficiency. 
  • Willingness to learn ASME print reading and GD&T fundamentals.

Personal Qualifications:

  • Self-Starter / Self-Motivated. 
  • Detail oriented and quality focused – “Do it right the first time.” 
  • Positive attitude and team player. 
  • Professional demeanor and respectful in all situations. 
  • Honest with good integrity. 
  • Reliable, dependable, and flexible in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Working Conditions:

  • May sit for long periods of time – desk & meetings. 
  • Will occasionally walk to Production, where noise level can be low to moderate. 
  • Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. 
  • The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Compensation/Benefits: 

  • $18 to $24 per hour DOE 
  • Medical / Dental / Vision 
  • 401k with company match up to 4% 
  • Tiered Quarterly Bonus Program 
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability 
  • Tuition Assistance or Reimbursement 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Paid time off / paid holidays 
  • Employee Assistance Programs 

Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.
 

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.


Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. 

Key Skills
AutoCAD2D DrawingFixture DesignTooling DesignMechanical AptitudePCB Data UnderstandingASME Print ReadingGD&T FundamentalsFile-system ProficiencyTechnical Documentation
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingArt & Design
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401k With Company MatchTiered Quarterly Bonus ProgramShort-term DisabilityLong-term DisabilityTuition Assistance Or ReimbursementLife InsurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysEmployee Assistance Programs
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Produce accurate 2D drawings in AutoCAD and support the creation of simple fixtures and tooling designs. Maintain CAD block libraries and coordinate with production to resolve drawing-related questions.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$18 - $24
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
324
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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