Job Description

**Designer - Knoxville, TN **

Contract to hire (6 months on contract before permanent hire)

We are partnering with a well-established manufacturing company in the Knoxville, TN area that is looking to add a Designer to its growing engineering team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and has experience modifying existing product designs to meet customer-specific requirements.

Rather than creating designs from scratch, you'll customize and revise standard product drawings based on customer specifications while working closely with project managers, drafters, and other cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely project execution.

Responsibilities

• Modify and update existing product drawings based on customer requirements and project specifications.
• Create and revise detailed technical drawings using AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Collaborate with project managers, drafters, and other internal teams to ensure designs meet customer expectations and manufacturing requirements.
• Review customer requests and incorporate design revisions while maintaining established design standards.
• Support engineering and production teams by providing accurate design documentation.
• Assist with drawing updates, revisions, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of design experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environment.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Experience modifying existing drawings and technical designs based on customer specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with multiple departments.
• Associate degree or technical degree in Drafting, Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred but not required.

You should be proficient in:

• CAD Software
• Mechanical Design & Engineering
• 3D Design
• Autocad
• Microstation
• NAVISWORKS