CAD Project Specialist 1

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About the role

MilliporeSigma is seeking a detail-oriented CAD Project Specialist with strong AutoCAD proficiency to support multi-disciplinary engineering and project execution. This role combines project coordination, drafting, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure accurate design documentation, timely deliverables, and compliant project handoffs. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US; this role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and maintain precise 2D and 3D CAD drawings and schematics for capital projects, facility upgrades, and maintenance work
• Deploy tools to enable better troubleshooting for maintenance and shop floor employees, from search features to AI
• Translate engineering concepts and field observations into clear CAD models and drawings (including P&IDs, floor plans, elevations, and assembly layouts)
• Support project schedules by coordinating with engineering, procurement, construction, and QA/QC teams; track drawing deliverables and revisions
• Review and redline drawings for accuracy, standards compliance, and constructability; ensure redline approval and proper document control
• Manage CAD libraries, level structures, blocks, commonly used symbols, and standard drawing templates; enforce naming conventions and version control
• Assist in the preparation of as-built records, commissioning packages, and operation & maintenance (O&M) manuals
• Support regulatory compliance activities by ensuring drawings meet internal standards and external code requirements
• Maintain thorough documentation of changes, approvals, and project-related communications
• Provide ad hoc technical support to project teams, including site visits, field measurements, and data collection as needed

Requirements

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or other engineering discipline
• 2+ years of AutoCAD experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other engineering discipline (preferred)
• Proficient in AutoCAD (2D drafting and 3D modeling) with a strong portfolio of drawings
• Capable of building datasets and organizing data, leveraging AI tools and deploying them to search documentation
• Familiarity with plant/layout drawings, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), isometric drawings, and electrical/site plans
• Knowledge of document control processes and drawing revision workflows
• Basic understanding of CAD standards, layer management, block libraries, and annotation practices
• Comfortable with Windows-based software, Microsoft Office suite, and PDF/document management tools
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across disciplines and with non-technical stakeholders
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements relevant to pharmaceutical/manufacturing environments

Pay

Pay range for this position: $63,600 – $95,500 annually. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement contributions
• Other perquisites

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