CAD Designer Jobs in Texas
CAD Designer jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with active hiring in aerospace and defense, oil and gas, civil infrastructure, and manufacturing, at levels from entry-level drafters through senior design leads. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio are the primary hiring hubs, home to established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Jacobs Engineering, and Burns & McDonnell. The most sought-after specialties in Texas listings are structural and mechanical CAD work, civil site design, and piping and instrumentation drafting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The CAD Designer (Part-Time, Remote) supports the Aspen Manufacturing engineering team with CAD design, documentation, and bill of materials (BOM) work for residential and commercial HVAC products. This position reports to the Sr. Director of Engineering. Working directly with design engineers, this role produces and revises 3D models and production drawings, creates and maintains bills of material, and develops the written documentation that supports manufacturing — including work instructions, assembly documentation, and product literature. This is a part-time position performed fully remotely, with scheduling flexibility within standard U.S. business hours.
Job Responsibilities
- Model and detail sheet metal, tube, and coil components and assemblies for HVAC products using SolidWorks; create and revise production drawings and documentation
- Incorporate redlines, markups, and engineering changes into existing models and drawings, maintaining accuracy and adherence to department standards
- Create and maintain accurate bills of material (BOMs) in the ERP environment for assigned components and assemblies
- Prepare engineering change documentation and supporting files for assigned changes
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including work instructions, assembly documentation, installation and service literature, and product specification sheets
- Produce wiring diagrams, wire kit documentation, and configuration-driven assembly documentation as assigned
- Partner with design engineers to translate design intent into released documentation, working independently against defined scope and deadlines
- Apply department drawing standards, part numbering conventions, GD&T practices, and revision control procedures consistently across assigned work
- Communicate progress, questions, and completion status to the engineering team on a regular cadence
- Maintain working familiarity with applicable AHRI, UL, ASHRAE, and DOE standards as they affect drawing content and documentation
Minimum Requirements:
- Associate's degree in drafting and design, computer-aided design, engineering technology, or a related technical field; or an equivalent combination of technical coursework and directly relevant design experience
- Two years or more of CAD design experience in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in parametric 3D CAD modeling and detailed engineering drawing creation; SolidWorks strongly preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in Autodesk (Inventor, AutoCAD) or NX, with the ability to transition to SolidWorks, will be considered
- Experience creating and maintaining bills of material, preferably within an ERP environment
- Demonstrated technical writing ability, including work instructions, assembly documentation, or product literature
- Working knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, tube and coil manufacturing, GD&T, and drawing standards
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage assigned deliverables to deadline with limited supervision
- Reliable high-speed internet connection and a dedicated work space suitable for remote work
- Must reside in and be authorized to work in the United States
- 10% domestic travel, as needed
Preferred Requirements:
- HVAC product experience in a manufacturing or product development environment
- ERP system experience (Infor Syteline, JD Edwards, SAP, or similar) for BOM management
- Experience with configuration-driven electrical documentation and wire kit development
- Prior remote or distributed team experience
- Certification or formal coursework in GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
- Prior experience in residential or light commercial HVAC equipment manufacturing
Competencies/Skills:
- Self-directed, with the discipline to manage assigned work and deadlines without daily oversight
- Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to documentation and data accuracy
- Clear and proactive written communication, which carries more weight in a remote role than in an onsite one
- Organized approach to managing concurrent assignments and competing priorities
- Comfortable asking questions and escalating blockers early rather than working around them
- Effective at working in teams towards a time-bound set of goals and deliverables
- Continuous improvement mindset
Schedule and Work Arrangement:
This is a part-time position, generally expected to range from 25 to 30 hours per week, with scheduling flexibility within standard U.S. business hours (Central Time). Hours may vary based on project workload. The incumbent is expected to be available for scheduled check-ins and collaborative working sessions with the engineering team.
This position is performed fully remotely. Occasional travel to the Aspen manufacturing facility in Humble, TX may be requested for onboarding, team meetings, or project needs, and is expected to be infrequent.
Company-provided equipment and software licenses, including access to CAD and ERP systems, will be issued for this role. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining a reliable internet connection and a work environment suitable for focused technical work and video conferencing.
Work Environment:
Remote: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a remote office environment. The physical and mental demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee will be required to read, communicate verbally and/or in written form, remember and analyze certain information, and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines. The employee may be required to sit at a computer for an extended period. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to type, touch, handle, feel, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Onsite visits: During occasional visits to a manufacturing facility, the employee may be exposed to a manufacturing floor and test lab environment and will be required to wear appropriate PPE. The employee may be required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or reach with hands and arms, and may be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Compensation:
RectorSeal has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing pay ranges to ensure we remain competitive. This position is compensated on an hourly basis. Based on your experience and market position, you are paid within the established range.
Benefits:
Benefits eligibility for part-time positions is determined by scheduled hours worked and applicable plan provisions. Details regarding eligibility for medical, retirement, and paid time off benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
About RectorSeal
Based in Houston, Texas, RectorSeal, LLC, is a wholly owned subsidiary of CSW Industrials, Inc. [NYSE: CSWI] and is a leading provider of quality solutions for the professional trades serving heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC/R), plumbing, electrical, and construction markets. For more information about RectorSeal's innovative products and brands that increase efficiency and improve reliability, please visit www.RectorSeal.com.
About CSW Industrials
CSW Industrials is a diversified industrial growth company with industry-leading operations in three segments: Contractor Solutions, Specialized Reliability Solutions, and Engineered Building Solutions. CSW provides niche, value-added products with two essential commonalities: performance and reliability. The primary end markets we serve with our well-known brands include HVAC/R, plumbing, electrical, general industrial, architecturally specified building products, energy, mining, and rail transportation
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
- Retail
- Manufacturing
- Consumer Goods
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in CAD designer jobs across Texas.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and at least one industry-specific platform such as Revit or SolidWorks
- Associate or bachelor's degree in drafting technology, engineering technology, or a related field
- Experience producing construction documents, fabrication drawings, or as-built packages
- Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications, blueprints, and design schematics
- Familiarity with industry standards relevant to Texas sectors such as oil and gas or civil construction
- Strong attention to detail and experience working within multidisciplinary project teams
CAD Designer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cad designer in Texas?
Most cad designers in Texas enter through an associate degree in drafting and design technology or an engineering technology program at a community college such as Houston Community College or Austin Community College. Texas does not require a state-issued license for cad designers, but employers in engineering and construction strongly prefer candidates who hold a certification from the American Design Drafting Association. Building a focused portfolio of drawings in a relevant discipline, such as civil, mechanical, or structural, significantly improves hiring prospects.
How much do CAD designers make in Texas?
CAD designers in Texas earn a median of about $79,380 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $52,000 for the lowest 10% to over $106,080 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire cad designers in Texas?
Employers hiring cad designers in Texas right now include Freese and Nichols, RRC Power and Energy, and Spiars Engineering, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, defense, and large-scale infrastructure firms means demand for experienced drafters stays consistent even outside economic peaks.
Which Texas cities have the most cad designer jobs?
Houston, Austin, and Round Rock have the most cad designer openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense cluster of engineering and energy firms supporting oil and gas and petrochemical projects, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws volume from aerospace, defense, and commercial construction employers, and San Antonio adds steady demand through military installation work and civil infrastructure projects.
Are there remote cad designer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical roles, since many cad designer positions require coordination with engineers and on-site teams. About 44% of cad designer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is a meaningful share. The tasks most likely to be performed remotely are production drafting, design updates, and BIM coordination work that does not require physical site access.
How can I get hired as a cad designer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a junior drafter or drafting technician role at a civil or mechanical engineering firm, where output expectations are matched to supervised production work. Large Texas engineering employers such as Jacobs and Halff Associates hire entry-level drafters with associate degrees or completed coursework, especially when applicants bring a portfolio of clean, dimensioned drawings. Community college drafting programs in Texas often include industry partnerships that place graduates in internship or co-op positions that convert to full-time roles.
Where can I find and apply to cad designer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to cad designer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across the state's major hiring metros and industries. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly from each listing.
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