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Senior CAD Designer

Marmon Holdings · Carol Stream, IL · Full time

Posted Jun 19, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a PCR or PCN you executed. What did you have to coordinate?

What they are checking: Whether they understand change control touches many teams and must be documented carefully.

Tell me about a design review where your work got heavy criticism. How did you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they take technical feedback well and improve the design.

Tell me about a lesson from a field failure or service issue that you applied to a later design.

What they are checking: Whether they carry critical learnings forward as the posting expects.

What would you do

An engineer hands you a concept that will be hard to manufacture. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they raise manufacturability concerns early and offer solutions.

How do you decide when to support a larger project versus own a small design project end to end?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the two modes of the role and can switch between them.

About the work

Which 3D CAD and PLM tools have you used most, and what kinds of equipment have you designed with them?

What they are checking: Whether their CAD experience fits the mechanical design of commercial foodservice equipment.

Walk me through how you manage a bill of materials when a design changes.

What they are checking: Whether they keep BOMs accurate so manufacturing and purchasing build the right thing.

How do you dimension a drawing so the shop and suppliers build it right the first time?

What they are checking: Whether they understand tolerancing and GD&T well enough to prevent costly misinterpretation.

How do environmental factors like heat, moisture and cleaning chemicals affect your design choices for foodservice equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they design for the real kitchen conditions the equipment will face.

What steps do you take to check your drawings for errors before release?

What they are checking: Whether they have a self-check habit that catches mistakes before they reach production.

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The full job description

As published by Marmon Holdings.

Marmon Foodservice Technologies, Inc. As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway— you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. About The Job Though you may not know us by name, you’ve most likely enjoyed meals and refreshments supported by our industry-leading brand portfolio. For decades, we’ve designed and manufactured foodservice equipment for some of the world’s biggest, most recognized consumer brands. We are driven to innovate with a clear purpose in mind: to revolutionize the future of foodservice. As a Senior Designer, you will be responsible for executing small design projects or supporting complex projects with 3D CAD, dimensioned drawings and schematics, bill of material management, and PCR/PCN execution. You will drive collaboration with cross-functional teams to perform technical analysis and reviews and oversee the application of critical learnings and environmental factors in the design of equipment. In this role, you will serve as an expert in the design and functionality of our equipment and contribute significantly to MFT’s growth and innovation. This role is subject to our hybrid work model: we collaborate in the office on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The rest of the week, you have flexibility to work wherever it suits you best. What You’ll Do • Contribute to complex product development programs by creating 3D CAD designs, dimensioned engineering drawings, bills of material, schematics of parts and assemblies, and execute changes through the PCR/PCN process • Lead design process methodologies like Failure Mode Analysis, Design for Manufacturing, and Design for Reliability with cross-functional teams • Conduct technical analyses and reviews with cross-functional support and apply the findings to improve the quality and reliability of our designs • Partner with the team on 8D issue resolution programs • Develop technical drawings, models, and specifications using engineering software and tools and update them according to findings from reviews, simulations, testing, and field trials. • Develop expertise in the environmental factors, use cases, and consumer values of our equipment, and apply them to the design work • Identify areas for improvement in the design process, troubleshoot technical issues, and drive best practices for our design team • Lead collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, project managers, and stakeholders, to ensure project goals are met • Monitor and apply the latest industry design tools and master advanced skills such as surfacing, modelling and referencing of large assemblies, plastic part design for thermoforming or injection molding, and metals design for casting or stamping • Actively participate in continuous learning and professional development activities, including attending training programs, and bring learnings to our team by hosting workshops or mentoring team members Who You Are • Independent Self-Starter: Takes prompt, proactive action to accomplish work goals with limited oversight • Collaborative Partner: Uses interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams • Strategic Thinker: Relies on analytical and problem-solving skills to think strategically and execute tactically • Clear Communicator: Speaks and writes effectively to convey technical information, project requirements, and progress updates to team members and stakeholders Skills/Experience We’re Looking For • Expertise in CAD software for models, schematics, drawings, and bills of material • Specialized skills in multiple areas such as tubing and wiring, surfacing, referencing, GD&T, and complex part design • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work • Effective communication skills and the ability to convey technical information clearly • Ability to effectively leverage AI tools to improve design / development efficiency • Ability to train and mentor less experienced employees • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment Required Qualifications • 7+ years of relevant experience in a CAD Designer role • 5+ years of experience in consumer goods, or commercial foodservice fields Benefits We support your well-being with comprehensive and easy-to-use benefits that you’ll be eligible to enroll in on your first day of employment. Here are some of the highlights: • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug insurance plans • Access to a Health Advocate who is an expert in Marmon’s health plan and can help you select the best health benefits for you and your family • Tax advantaged spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses • Wellness programs and resources including Telehealth, Mental Health, Fitness, and Family Planning • Generous paid time off for personal use, holidays, and parental leave • Company-sponsored life insurance • 401(k) with fully vested company match; Marmon may also make an additional annual discretionary contribution to your account, whether or not you contribute on your own • Financial and retirement advising About Marmon Holdings Marmon Holdings, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company, comprises 11 groups and more than 100 autonomous businesses with total annual revenue of $10 billion. Marmon’s 28,000-plus team members are celebrating the company's 70th anniversary in 2023 and helping write the next chapter of Marmon's story. Pay Range: 73,600.00 - 110,400.00 We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more! Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law . We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

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