Designer

Job Description

Are you ready to join a high-performance team where your work directly impacts the world of motorsports and automotive innovation? At QA1, we are seeking a Designer to help shape the future of performance shocks, suspension components, and other cutting-edge aftermarket automotive. Based at our state-of-the-art facility in Lakeville, Minnesota, you will be a valued teammates creating 3D CAD models, generating detailed technical drawings, updating engineering documents, and supporting the development of new products. You’ll collaborate with engineers, assist in implementing engineering changes, and play a critical role in keeping projects on track from start to finish. If you're eager to learn, detail-oriented, have a love for working in Solidworks, and are passionate about design, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in an exciting, fast-paced industry. Join QA1 and become part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do.

 

What You Will Do:

• Create 3D CAD Models: Use SolidWorks to create basic 3D models of components, following design specifications provided by senior designers or engineers.


• Generate Technical Drawings: Assist in creating technical drawings and diagrams of parts and assemblies, ensuring they meet basic design standards.


• Update Engineering Documents: Help maintain and update engineering documents, including revisions, drawing numbers, and other related data.


• Assist with Bill of Materials (BOM): Help create and update BOMs by adding new parts or components for ongoing or new projects.


• Support Engineering Changes: Assist in implementing minor engineering changes by updating drawings, part numbers, and related documentation in company’s ERP system.


• Collaborate with Engineers: Work alongside design and manufacturing engineers, providing support in the development of new products or modifications to existing products.


• Learn Industry Standards: Familiarize yourself with relevant industry standards for design, quality, and safety, and apply them under the guidance of senior team members.


• Other duties as beneficial to the success of QA1.

 

The Critical Skills and Experience You’ll Need:

• Associate's degree (AA /AS) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school


• At least 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Familiarity with automotive suspension components preferred 


• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment


• Strong communication skills (oral, written, listening) and ability to build rapport across teams


• Self-directed with strong execution, prioritization, and attention to detail


• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Solidworks or equivalent CAD software


• Ability to work effectively with a diverse team and align with QA1’s values.

 

The Company

QA1 is a privately held leader in performance shocks, steering and suspension systems, composite driveshafts, rod ends and related components for the motorsports and industrial markets. With multiple U.S.-based manufacturing facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technology, we are committed to delivering high-quality products that meet the demanding standards of our customers. 

Our core values: Create Solutions, Earn It, People Centric, Do the Right Thing - guide everything we do, shaping our products, customer interactions, and internal collaborations. These principles shape a culture that provides premium performance at competitive pricing, while continuously innovating to solve complex challenges. With a focus on long-term relationships, we prioritize customer interests and deliver reliability and credibility. 

At QA1, our expertise is complemented by a genuine passion for helping our customers succeed with their projects. Our team of over 200 individuals includes passionate racers, automotive enthusiasts, and experts from a variety of industrial fields, fostering a dynamic and collaborative workforce.

Our work environment is more than just task-oriented; it is a place where we support each other, have fun, and recognize that every contribution is essential to our collective success. We are not just a company; we are a close-knit, high performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences for our customers and one another.

 

The Rewards:

At QA1, we understand that high-performance teams deserve high-performance rewards. That's why we offer a comprehensive set of benefits designed to keep our team members fueled, motivated, and achieving their career goals. We support our team, ensuring they have the resources to perform at their best, achieve financial success, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Our rewards include:

• $55,000 - $70,000 annualized compensation - commensurate with experience


• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, life, disability, vision insurance and more 


• 401(k) with Company Contribution – Helping you plan for a secure future


• Paid Time Off – Company-paid days off for holidays and taking time to recharge 


• Wellness Programs & Perks – Programs to keep you in top shape—physically, socially, and financially


• Development Opportunities – Personal and professional growth opportunities, including education reimbursement, to keep you improving your skills and advancing your career


• Community Engagement – Opportunities to give back through local and national charity efforts, strengthening the community around us


• Exclusive Product Discounts – Enjoy discounts on company products so you can experience our incredible solutions firsthand


• And more perks: Enjoy a climate-controlled manufacturing floor, a new breakroom, onsite canteen offerings, and a relaxed and casual dress code

 

Interested or Know Someone Who Is?

If this sounds like the role and team-driven culture for you, visit www.QA1.net for more information and to apply. We personally review every application received.  

Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. We also encourage applications from candidates committed to multicultural understanding and the enrichment of our diverse community. To provide a safe and secure work environment, QA1 conducts a criminal background check and drug screen on all new hires.