Senior CAD Designer

Posting Date: 21 Oct 2025

City: Chicago

Location:

Chicago, IL, US, 60603 Sunrise, Fl, US, 33323 Houston, TX, US, 77070

Contract Type: Permanent

Division: Plant Engineering

Level of experience: Senior

RINA is currently recruiting for a Senior CAD Designer to join its office in Chicago, Houston or Sunrise, FL within the Plant Engineering Division.

Mission

The Senior CAD Designer is responsible for gathering and analyzing technical data to prepare basic engineering designs and drawings for client projects. The individual works with other drafters, designers, and/or engineers on a project team, maintaining effective communication with project team members, other departments, suppliers, and clients. The Senior CAD Designer supervises and provides coaching/mentorship to a small team of CAD Designers or CAD Drafters. Operates under minimal supervision; assignments are given in general terms and are subject to review upon completion, except where tasks are well defined by established standards, policies, and procedures.

Key Accountabilities

• Create conceptual and detailed design layouts and array plans for applications, permits, and construction details and documents
• Utilize computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks
• Collect and prepare data/information and perform basic design calculations; prepare drawings and technical specifications while ensuring design accuracy and compliance with standards, codes, and acceptable engineering practices
• Perform and/or review field survey work and evaluate collected data; assist with field engineering support and inspections as needed
• Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly

Education

High School Diploma/GED in Design Drafting

Qualifications

Experience:
- Extensive experience in CAD design, typically ranging from 5 to 10 years or more, depending on the seniority of the role.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using CAD software, such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX, or other relevant tools.
- Experience with 3D modeling, drafting, and creating detailed technical drawings.
- Previous experience in a senior or leadership role within a design team, with responsibilities such as mentoring junior designers, overseeing projects, and collaborating with other departments.
Technical Skills:
- Expertise in CAD software and proficiency in creating complex 2D and 3D designs.
- Strong understanding of engineering principles, design standards, and manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and the ability to create detailed technical drawings with accurate dimensions and tolerances.
- Familiarity with industry-specific standards and regulations related to the products or projects being designed.
- Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and collaboration tools for managing design data and documents.
- Proficiency in related software tools such as CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) software, FEA (Finite Element Analysis) software, or rendering software may be beneficial depending on the industry.

Competencies

ADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective way
BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organization
CLIENT INTIMACY - Embrace internal and external client needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfaction
EARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversity
MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraint
MANAGE EMOTIONS - Recognise one's and other's emotions and express and regulate one's reactions
PIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstances
PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model
THINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

RINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy) national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.

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