CAD Designer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a CAD Designer:

  • An Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience.
  • Sit for extended periods of time.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with others to solve problems.
  • Firm grasp of mathematics, engineering, and industry information.
  • Use of hands to operate computers.
  • Extensive knowledge of the company’s preferred software.
  • Make decisions based on designs.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of CAD Designer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific CAD Designer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.