CAD Engineer II

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid‑state true beam‑steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high‑performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points.

Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Manufacturing CAD Engineer to transform complex product designs into high‑precision, production‑ready documentation and custom tooling. You will serve as the vital link between design and the shop floor, ensuring every drawing and BOM meets rigorous GD&T standards while collaborating across teams to optimize manufacturing efficiency.

• Develop detailed 2D drawings and 3D models using CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, AutoCAD, Inventor, CATIA)
• Translate product designs into manufacturing‑ready documentation
• Create and maintain bills of materials (BOMs) and manufacturing drawings
• Develop and maintain custom fixture designs
• Ensure drawings meet company standards, tolerances, and GD&T requirements
• Support production by troubleshooting design and manufacturing issues
• Implement design revisions based on engineering changes or process improvements
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to optimize cost and efficiency
• Support prototype development and testing activities
  
  Maintain engineering documentation and version control
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of CAD design experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, fabrication, injection molding, etc.)
• Working knowledge of GD&T and tolerance analysis
• Experience creating and managing BOMsStrong problem‑solving and communication skills

• Experience with ERP or PLM systems
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma familiarity
• Experience with prototype builds and production support

Echodyne’s technology is export‑controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export‑controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum / refugee status in the U.S.

The pay range for this position is $104,030 - $155,839 annually.

If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that’s a great fit for you!

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full‑time, U.S.

-based employees, including:

• RSU (Restricted Stock Units)
• Fully‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
• Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
• Virtual Care – 98
  
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• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
• Travel Assistance Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non‑exempt)
• 401(k) match
• Pet Insurance
• Prepaid Legal Program
• Paid Company Holidays

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.