Solidworks Designer / Draftsperson & PDM Administrator (Los Angeles)

SolidWorks Designer / Draftsperson

Studio Cortez is a high-end steel door and window design and fabrication company known for precision, craftsmanship, and innovation. Were seeking an experienced SolidWorks Designer / Draftsperson who does more than draft

someone who thrives in a solutions-oriented environment and wants to be a critical part of product development, refinement, and delivery.

This is not a task-only drafting position. The right candidate will be deeply engaged in understanding product intent, responding to field conditions, and participating in design iterations that improve function and manufacturability.

Key Responsibilities

Produce precise 3D models and fully detailed 2D production drawings using SolidWorks, including step files, DXFs, and fabrication-ready documents.

Collaborate with project managers and fabricators to ensure drawings reflect buildable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions.

Translate design intent into buildable documentation while responding to evolving site conditions.

Manage and modify our part and assembly library using SolidWorks PDM , including revision / version control and product evolution tracking.

Actively participate in design reviews, contributing critical thinking and feedback toward continuous product improvement.

Support quality assurance by validating 3D / 2D outputs against fabrication requirements and checking drawings before release.

Required Qualifications

5+ years professional experience using SolidWorks in a fabrication-oriented environment.

Experience in SolidWorks PDM , including both user and admin-level capabilities (e.g., managing revisions, modifying product libraries, branching versions).

Proven ability to work through iterative design processes and contribute meaningfully to design improvements.

Demonstrated experience producing drawings that respond to site-specific conditions (not just isolated part modeling).

Understanding of QA / QC processes for both modeling and 2D production drawings.

Familiarity with steel fabrication and glazing strongly preferred.

Who You Are

A detail-oriented professional who sees drafting as part of the product development team , not just a service provider.

A problem-solver who enjoys working through complex conditions and iterations to reach better design outcomes.

Skilled in managing multiple versions, legacy designs, and evolving product libraries.

Clear communicator who can advocate for whats needed to complete work accurately and on time.

What We Offer

Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay

Health, dental, and life insurance

401(k) with employer match

A collaborative environment that values your input and expertise

Complex, rewarding design challenges that evolve your skills

To Apply : Please provide 2

3 samples of production drawings

you created for fabrication. These should demonstrate how you communicate assembly, conditions, and fabrication intent.

Please share some insights into your PDM Administration experience.