Entry-Level Medical CAD Designer

Job Title: Entry-Level Medical CAD Designer

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Medical CAD Designer to support the development of patient-specific medical solutions. This is a growth-focused role designed for individuals early in their careers who are looking to build technical expertise and advance into more senior design responsibilities over time.

The role involves the digital creation of custom medical products such as surgical guides, implants, splints, and anatomical models. The designer will collaborate closely with internal teams and medical professionals, including surgeons, to ensure each case meets precise technical and clinical requirements. A strong understanding of anatomy and medical procedures is important, along with the ability to translate clinical input into accurate 3D CAD models.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of the full product range and its clinical applications

• Collaborate with internal teams to identify and define technical requirements for each patient case

• Design patient-specific medical products in accordance with technical, regulatory, and internal guidelines

• Ensure all designs meet quality, safety, and manufacturing standards

• Clearly communicate design intent and technical features through 3D modeling and documentation

• Support testing activities to evaluate product performance, reliability, and usability

• Assist in maintaining accurate and complete documentation for each patient case file

• Continuously build technical competence with the goal of advancing into a higher-level design role

Note: Responsibilities may evolve as experience and proficiency increase.

Education \& Experience Requirements

• Associate degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Bioengineering, Biomedical) or related technical/medical field, or equivalent experience

• Prior experience with 3D modeling or CAD software

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Preferred Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy

• Interest in medical technology, anatomy, or patient-specific design work

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and clinical teams

• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn complex technical processes

• Comfortable working in a regulated, detail-oriented environment

Career Growth

This position is structured as a development role with a clear pathway toward advancement into a more senior design position based on performance, skill development, and demonstrated technical proficiency.

EOC

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.

Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law