Drafting/CAD Technician I

Summary

The client is a business manufacturing and supply company seeking a Drafting/CAD Technician I for a remote role in North Carolina. The position manages technical drawings, supports manufacturing and improvement projects, develops equipment designs, maintains project documentation, and assists engineering and maintenance teams with troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Providing ownership and oversight of drawing management, ensuring accuracy, organization, and accessibility of all technical drawings across the facility
• Supporting daily operations, cost reduction, and improvement projects
• Applying technical design skills to create and manage technical drawings
• Collaborating with other departments (Engineering, Maintenance, Operations) to develop and design equipment
• Drawing Control: Maintain and coordinate plant drawings
• Project Documentation: Ensure all required documentation (e.g., drawings, spare parts, procedures, schedules) is completed for projects
• Design Development: Interface with teams to design equipment for manufacturing
• Partner with engineering and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues using technical drawings

Skills

• Required: A 2-year technical degree in one of the following fields:
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electromechanical Engineering
• CAD/CAM
• Manufacturing
• Alternatively, equivalent experience with a drafting certificate is acceptable
• At least 2 years of experience in a relevant field
• Creo cabling
• Electrical diagram experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or SolidWorks
• Windchill/PDM
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software
• Experience using Microsoft Excel
• Strong problem-solving and design skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Skills to create detailed drawing packages and update manufacturing drawings
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently
• Self-motivation and commitment to high-quality work
• Technical curiosity to find innovative design solutions
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with AutoCAD
• Familiarity with manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems (hands-on experience is a plus)
• Advanced computer skills
• Familiarity with SolidWorks PDM or similar drawing vault systems
• This position is ideal for a candidate with a strong technical background, proficiency in CAD software (especially SolidWorks), and a collaborative mindset
• The client is specifically looking for candidates trained in CAD, ideally with a 2-year degree and a strong interest in CAD work, candidates with higher engineering degrees who may have only taken a CAD class or two as part of their program are not a fit, as they are unlikely to be satisfied or challenged by this position

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Required: A 2-year technical degree in one of the following fields:
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electromechanical Engineering
• CAD/CAM
• Manufacturing
• Alternatively, equivalent experience with a drafting certificate is acceptable
• At least 2 years of experience in a relevant field
• Creo cabling
• Electrical diagram experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or SolidWorks
• Windchill/PDM
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software
• Experience using Microsoft Excel
• Strong problem-solving and design skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Skills to create detailed drawing packages and update manufacturing drawings
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently
• Self-motivation and commitment to high-quality work
• Technical curiosity to find innovative design solutions
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with AutoCAD
• Familiarity with manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems (hands-on experience is a plus)
• Advanced computer skills
• Familiarity with SolidWorks PDM or similar drawing vault systems
• This position is ideal for a candidate with a strong technical background, proficiency in CAD software (especially SolidWorks), and a collaborative mindset
• The client is specifically looking for candidates trained in CAD, ideally with a 2-year degree and a strong interest in CAD work, candidates with higher engineering degrees who may have only taken a CAD class or two as part of their program are not a fit, as they are unlikely to be satisfied or challenged by this position

Benefits

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities