Mechanical Designer Jobs in Colorado
Mechanical Designer jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where aerospace, defense, and energy companies drive consistent demand across experience levels from junior drafters to senior design engineers. Employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and Ball Aerospace maintain large engineering teams in the state, with the strongest hiring in aerospace structures, fluid systems, and precision manufacturing. Demand is particularly active along the Front Range corridor, making Colorado one of the more competitive markets for mechanical design talent in the country. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Maybell Quantum is redefining the future of computing. As a venture-backed quantum hardware innovator experiencing rapid growth, we're building technology that will transform industries for decades to come. Quantum computers will be as transformative to the next 30 years as the internet was to the last 30—and our team is creating the hardware foundation to make this revolution possible.
Maybell Quantum is seeking Junior and Senior Mechanical Designers / CAD Specialists to develop accurate 3D models, detailed assemblies, and production-ready manufacturing drawings for precision mechanical hardware. This is a hands-on CAD design and drafting role. You'll translate concepts, sketches, and engineer-provided requirements into clear, manufacturable documentation, working closely with engineers, technicians, manufacturing, and suppliers.
Key responsibilities
- Create, revise, and maintain detailed 3D part models, complex assemblies, and 2D production drawings from sketches, specifications, prototypes, and engineering direction.
- Produce complete, fabrication-ready drawings with appropriate dimensions, tolerances, notes, and GD&T in accordance with applicable drafting standards (including ASME Y14.5 / Y14.100).
- Apply practical knowledge of machining, sheet metal, welding, brazing, and other manufacturing processes to improve part and drawing manufacturability.
- Develop assembly models and documentation that support reliable fit, straightforward assembly, and repeatable production.
- Create and maintain bills of materials (BOMs), part numbers, CAD files, drawing packages, and revision records.
- Perform interference checks, dimensional reviews, and routine tolerance stack-ups; work with engineers to resolve more complex fit or tolerance issues.
- Prepare CAD and drawing packages for prototypes, suppliers, and in-house fabrication; update designs and documentation based on build feedback.
- Implement approved design changes and engineering change requests/orders (ECRs/ECOs), ensuring released drawings and files remain accurate.
- Partner with machinists, technicians, manufacturing personnel, and vendors to troubleshoot fabrication and assembly issues.
- Collaborate with mechanical engineers and physicists to translate new product concepts into detailed CAD models and practical manufacturing drawings.
- Maintain organized CAD standards, templates, shared part libraries, and documentation practices.
Required qualifications
- 3+ years of professional, hands-on mechanical CAD design and drafting experience, ideally producing parts and assemblies for physical manufacturing.
- Demonstrated ability to independently create accurate parametric 3D models, assemblies, and complete 2D fabrication drawings.
- Strong proficiency with at least one parametric mechanical CAD platform (such as Onshape, SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, Fusion 360, or NX).
- Working command of mechanical drafting conventions, GD&T, dimensional tolerancing, and drawing interpretation.
- Practical familiarity with manufacturing methods, materials, and the information fabricators need from a drawing.
- Experience organizing assembly documentation, BOMs, drawing revisions, and released CAD data.
- Careful attention to drawing accuracy, file organization, and detail while managing multiple deliverables.
- Ability to communicate clearly with engineers, machinists, technicians, and outside fabrication partners.
Preferred qualifications
Onshape is our primary CAD platform. Prior Onshape experience is valuable, but expertise in another parametric CAD system is equally welcome; we can support the transition.
- Hands-on Onshape experience with Part Studios, assemblies, drawings, and release/version workflows.
- Experience preparing precision mechanical components, thermal hardware, vacuum equipment, or cryogenic-system drawings.
- Experience creating manufacturing drawings for machined parts, sheet metal, weldments, or brazed assemblies.
- Experience with CAD/PDM or PLM release procedures and engineering change documentation.
- Formal education in mechanical design, drafting, or mechanical engineering technology, or relevant CAD certifications. Equivalent practical experience is fully acceptable.
What we offer
- $35.00 / hr - $45.00 / hr + potential bonuses commensurate with experience and performance
- Company Equity options
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development, training and certification support.
Maybell Quantum is solving incredibly challenging problems at the cutting edge of physics and engineering. Don't meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't aligned perfectly, we still encourage you to apply.
Maybell Quantum is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse team.
Maybell Quantum is redefining the future of computing. As a venture-backed quantum hardware innovator experiencing rapid growth, we're building technology that will transform industries for decades to come. Quantum computers will be as transformative to the next 30 years as the internet was to the last 30—and our team is creating the hardware foundation to make this revolution possible.
Maybell Quantum is seeking Junior and Senior Mechanical Designers / CAD Specialists to develop accurate 3D models, detailed assemblies, and production-ready manufacturing drawings for precision mechanical hardware. This is a hands-on CAD design and drafting role. You'll translate concepts, sketches, and engineer-provided requirements into clear, manufacturable documentation, working closely with engineers, technicians, manufacturing, and suppliers.
Key responsibilities
- Create, revise, and maintain detailed 3D part models, complex assemblies, and 2D production drawings from sketches, specifications, prototypes, and engineering direction.
- Produce complete, fabrication-ready drawings with appropriate dimensions, tolerances, notes, and GD&T in accordance with applicable drafting standards (including ASME Y14.5 / Y14.100).
- Apply practical knowledge of machining, sheet metal, welding, brazing, and other manufacturing processes to improve part and drawing manufacturability.
- Develop assembly models and documentation that support reliable fit, straightforward assembly, and repeatable production.
- Create and maintain bills of materials (BOMs), part numbers, CAD files, drawing packages, and revision records.
- Perform interference checks, dimensional reviews, and routine tolerance stack-ups; work with engineers to resolve more complex fit or tolerance issues.
- Prepare CAD and drawing packages for prototypes, suppliers, and in-house fabrication; update designs and documentation based on build feedback.
- Implement approved design changes and engineering change requests/orders (ECRs/ECOs), ensuring released drawings and files remain accurate.
- Partner with machinists, technicians, manufacturing personnel, and vendors to troubleshoot fabrication and assembly issues.
- Collaborate with mechanical engineers and physicists to translate new product concepts into detailed CAD models and practical manufacturing drawings.
- Maintain organized CAD standards, templates, shared part libraries, and documentation practices.
Required qualifications
- 3+ years of professional, hands-on mechanical CAD design and drafting experience, ideally producing parts and assemblies for physical manufacturing.
- Demonstrated ability to independently create accurate parametric 3D models, assemblies, and complete 2D fabrication drawings.
- Strong proficiency with at least one parametric mechanical CAD platform (such as Onshape, SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, Fusion 360, or NX).
- Working command of mechanical drafting conventions, GD&T, dimensional tolerancing, and drawing interpretation.
- Practical familiarity with manufacturing methods, materials, and the information fabricators need from a drawing.
- Experience organizing assembly documentation, BOMs, drawing revisions, and released CAD data.
- Careful attention to drawing accuracy, file organization, and detail while managing multiple deliverables.
- Ability to communicate clearly with engineers, machinists, technicians, and outside fabrication partners.
Preferred qualifications
Onshape is our primary CAD platform. Prior Onshape experience is valuable, but expertise in another parametric CAD system is equally welcome; we can support the transition.
- Hands-on Onshape experience with Part Studios, assemblies, drawings, and release/version workflows.
- Experience preparing precision mechanical components, thermal hardware, vacuum equipment, or cryogenic-system drawings.
- Experience creating manufacturing drawings for machined parts, sheet metal, weldments, or brazed assemblies.
- Experience with CAD/PDM or PLM release procedures and engineering change documentation.
- Formal education in mechanical design, drafting, or mechanical engineering technology, or relevant CAD certifications. Equivalent practical experience is fully acceptable.
What we offer
- $35.00 / hr - $45.00 / hr + potential bonuses commensurate with experience and performance
- Company Equity options
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development, training and certification support.
Maybell Quantum is solving incredibly challenging problems at the cutting edge of physics and engineering. Don't meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't aligned perfectly, we still encourage you to apply.
Maybell Quantum is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse team.
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Mechanical Designer Job Market in Colorado
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical designer jobs across Colorado.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering technology or a related field
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SOLIDWORKS, CATIA, or Creo
- Experience creating detailed engineering drawings and GD&T documentation
- Familiarity with aerospace or defense manufacturing standards and tolerances
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on product development
- Working knowledge of materials selection, fabrication processes, and design for manufacturability
Mechanical Designer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mechanical designer in Colorado?
Most mechanical designer positions in Colorado require at minimum an associate degree in mechanical engineering technology or a related discipline, with many employers preferring a bachelor's degree. Colorado does not mandate a state-issued license specifically for mechanical designers, but roles at aerospace and defense firms often require security clearances and familiarity with industry-specific standards. Building proficiency in CAD tools and earning a SOLIDWORKS or Autodesk certification strengthens applications considerably.
Which companies hire mechanical designers in Colorado?
Colorado mechanical designer roles are posted by Galloway & Company, Kahuna USA, and Olsson and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's strong aerospace and defense industry base means many of the most active employers operate facilities along the Front Range, particularly in the Denver and Colorado Springs areas.
Which Colorado cities have the most mechanical designer jobs?
Denver, Broomfield, and Fort Collins account for the largest share of mechanical designer openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market through its concentration of aerospace primes and engineering contractors, Colorado Springs draws significant demand from nearby defense installations and their supplier networks, and Boulder's technology and advanced manufacturing sectors add a steady stream of design-focused roles.
Are there remote mechanical designer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 67% of mechanical designer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves physical prototypes, lab equipment, and on-site collaboration with manufacturing teams. The portions of the role most likely to be done remotely include concept modeling, drawing reviews, and design documentation.
How can I get hired as a mechanical designer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate or bachelor's degree program at an institution like Colorado State University or the University of Colorado, followed by applying to internship or new-graduate rotational programs that large aerospace employers along the Front Range regularly run. Adjacent roles such as drafting technician or CAD operator are common stepping stones. A strong portfolio of student or personal CAD projects and a recognized software certification give early-career candidates a measurable edge in Colorado's competitive market.
Where can I find and apply to mechanical designer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to mechanical designer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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