Entry Level CAD Designer Jobs
New grad cad designer jobs open doors for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work often carries more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, with employers like SWCA Environmental Consultants, CPH, and TRC hiring at this level now.
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Top stateNorth Carolina
Top employerSWCA Environmental Consultants
Top cityRaleigh, NC
Work type77% On-site
Top industryConsulting
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Hubbell
Product CAD Designer
Leeds, Alabama
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Genesis Products LLC
CAD Designer
Mocksville, North Carolina
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CAD Designer I
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LB Foster
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Loudon, Tennessee
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Providence, Rhode Island
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Summit Design and Engineering Services
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Asheville, North Carolina
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Product CAD Designer
Hubbell·Leeds, Alabama
Job functions:
2+ yrs exp.
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
Full Time
10,000+ employees
Job Description
Date: Aug 13, 2026
Location: Leeds, AL, US, 35094
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Company: Hubbell Incorporated
Job Overview
Design, develop, and draft customized solutions based on customer requirements while maintaining compliance with the latest industry standards relevant to the product line. Work closely with sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams to translate customer specifications into detailed design drawings that will include structural steel and aluminum, as well as control mechanisms used in Engineer-to-Order (ETO) high voltage substation and transmission switches.
A Day In The Life
Perform design and drafting duties for Engineer-to-order department
Ensure drawings are accurate and completed in a timely manner
Ensure drawings are compliant with relevant standards and specifications
Communicate regularly with production shop floor regarding any manufacturability or quality issues
Interact with customers both internally and externally during the design and approval process
Author and manage Engineering Change Orders as appropriate
Manage own drawing schedule in a fast-paced environment while designing various product types
What will help you thrive in this role?
Skills and Experience
Must have a minimum of 2+ years of engineering design and proficient with 2D and 3D CAD packages (ideally Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, and Autodesk AutoCAD)
Experience in Engineering Change Management (ideally Autodesk Vault, SAP Fiori, and PTC Windchill)
Experience reading and interpreting structural drawings
Understanding of dynamic mechanical and electrical systems
Steel fabrication drafting and design experience
Experience in SAP ERP software
Experience in MS Office Products
Must have excellent communication, writing, and verbal skills
Education
Associate's degree, or equivalent exprience in drafting and design
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Utility Solutions
Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
Nearest Major Market: Birmingham
Job Segment: Telecom, Telecommunications, ERP, SAP, Fabrication, Technology, Manufacturing
Location: Leeds, AL, US, 35094
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Company: Hubbell Incorporated
Job Overview
Design, develop, and draft customized solutions based on customer requirements while maintaining compliance with the latest industry standards relevant to the product line. Work closely with sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams to translate customer specifications into detailed design drawings that will include structural steel and aluminum, as well as control mechanisms used in Engineer-to-Order (ETO) high voltage substation and transmission switches.
A Day In The Life
Perform design and drafting duties for Engineer-to-order department
Ensure drawings are accurate and completed in a timely manner
Ensure drawings are compliant with relevant standards and specifications
Communicate regularly with production shop floor regarding any manufacturability or quality issues
Interact with customers both internally and externally during the design and approval process
Author and manage Engineering Change Orders as appropriate
Manage own drawing schedule in a fast-paced environment while designing various product types
What will help you thrive in this role?
Skills and Experience
Must have a minimum of 2+ years of engineering design and proficient with 2D and 3D CAD packages (ideally Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, and Autodesk AutoCAD)
Experience in Engineering Change Management (ideally Autodesk Vault, SAP Fiori, and PTC Windchill)
Experience reading and interpreting structural drawings
Understanding of dynamic mechanical and electrical systems
Steel fabrication drafting and design experience
Experience in SAP ERP software
Experience in MS Office Products
Must have excellent communication, writing, and verbal skills
Education
Associate's degree, or equivalent exprience in drafting and design
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Utility Solutions
Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
Nearest Major Market: Birmingham
Job Segment: Telecom, Telecommunications, ERP, SAP, Fabrication, Technology, Manufacturing
Hubbell
Product CAD Designer
Leeds, Alabama
Added 1d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
2+ yrs exp.
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
Full Time
Job Description
Date: Aug 13, 2026
Location: Leeds, AL, US, 35094
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Company: Hubbell Incorporated
Job Overview
Design, develop, and draft customized solutions based on customer requirements while maintaining compliance with the latest industry standards relevant to the product line. Work closely with sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams to translate customer specifications into detailed design drawings that will include structural steel and aluminum, as well as control mechanisms used in Engineer-to-Order (ETO) high voltage substation and transmission switches.
A Day In The Life
Perform design and drafting duties for Engineer-to-order department
Ensure drawings are accurate and completed in a timely manner
Ensure drawings are compliant with relevant standards and specifications
Communicate regularly with production shop floor regarding any manufacturability or quality issues
Interact with customers both internally and externally during the design and approval process
Author and manage Engineering Change Orders as appropriate
Manage own drawing schedule in a fast-paced environment while designing various product types
What will help you thrive in this role?
Skills and Experience
Must have a minimum of 2+ years of engineering design and proficient with 2D and 3D CAD packages (ideally Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, and Autodesk AutoCAD)
Experience in Engineering Change Management (ideally Autodesk Vault, SAP Fiori, and PTC Windchill)
Experience reading and interpreting structural drawings
Understanding of dynamic mechanical and electrical systems
Steel fabrication drafting and design experience
Experience in SAP ERP software
Experience in MS Office Products
Must have excellent communication, writing, and verbal skills
Education
Associate's degree, or equivalent exprience in drafting and design
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Utility Solutions
Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
Nearest Major Market: Birmingham
Job Segment: Telecom, Telecommunications, ERP, SAP, Fabrication, Technology, Manufacturing
Location: Leeds, AL, US, 35094
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Company: Hubbell Incorporated
Job Overview
Design, develop, and draft customized solutions based on customer requirements while maintaining compliance with the latest industry standards relevant to the product line. Work closely with sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams to translate customer specifications into detailed design drawings that will include structural steel and aluminum, as well as control mechanisms used in Engineer-to-Order (ETO) high voltage substation and transmission switches.
A Day In The Life
Perform design and drafting duties for Engineer-to-order department
Ensure drawings are accurate and completed in a timely manner
Ensure drawings are compliant with relevant standards and specifications
Communicate regularly with production shop floor regarding any manufacturability or quality issues
Interact with customers both internally and externally during the design and approval process
Author and manage Engineering Change Orders as appropriate
Manage own drawing schedule in a fast-paced environment while designing various product types
What will help you thrive in this role?
Skills and Experience
Must have a minimum of 2+ years of engineering design and proficient with 2D and 3D CAD packages (ideally Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, and Autodesk AutoCAD)
Experience in Engineering Change Management (ideally Autodesk Vault, SAP Fiori, and PTC Windchill)
Experience reading and interpreting structural drawings
Understanding of dynamic mechanical and electrical systems
Steel fabrication drafting and design experience
Experience in SAP ERP software
Experience in MS Office Products
Must have excellent communication, writing, and verbal skills
Education
Associate's degree, or equivalent exprience in drafting and design
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Utility Solutions
Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
Nearest Major Market: Birmingham
Job Segment: Telecom, Telecommunications, ERP, SAP, Fabrication, Technology, Manufacturing
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Entry Level CAD Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level cad designer job?
Build a portfolio of CAD drawings from coursework, personal projects, or internships, because hiring managers at this level prioritize demonstrated software proficiency over years on the job. Fluency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or a similar platform is the baseline expectation. Applying to roles that explicitly welcome new graduates, associate degree holders, or candidates with intern experience gives you the strongest starting ground.
Which companies hire entry level cad designers?
Companies hiring entry level cad designers right now include SWCA Environmental Consultants, CPH, and TRC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level covers engineering and manufacturing firms, architecture and construction companies, and product design studios that maintain steady junior pipelines to support senior drafting teams.
Are there remote entry level cad designer jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles still dominate at the entry level. About 23% of entry level cad designer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting employers who are willing to onboard junior candidates outside a traditional office setting. Searching by location flexibility on Migrate Mate lets you filter to those options directly.
Are these new grad cad designer jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior cad designer roles alongside other entry level postings. A new-grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op work toward the requirement, and treats a strong portfolio as a substitute for an extensive work history. Look for language like "new grads encouraged" or "entry level considered" in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level cad designers?
Entry Level cad designer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the junior level because their project volumes require large drafting teams, and they typically develop new talent in-house rather than requiring candidates to arrive with extensive professional experience.