CAD Technician

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title – Drafting/CAD Technician II
Location: Christiansburg, VA. - 24073

Duration: 12 Months (Possible extension)

MINIMUM 2 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE WITH SOLIDWORKS & KNOWLEDGE OF GD&T (GEOMETRIC DIMENSIONING AND TOLERANCING), AND TECHNICAL DRAWING MANAGEMENT. 

 

Position Summary

The role entails:
- 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 Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations teams to develop and design equipment.

Responsibilities

- 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: Work with teams to design equipment for manufacturing.
- Troubleshooting Assistance: Partner with engineering and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues using technical drawings.

Travel

No travel is required.

Schedule

- Standard 40 hours per week on-site.
- Remote work is not available.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

- 2-year technical degree in one of the following fields:
  - Mechanical Engineering
  - Electrical Engineering
  - Electromechanical Engineering
  - CAD/CAM
  - Manufacturing
- Equivalent experience with a drafting certificate will also be considered.

Experience

- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Required Skills

- 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.
- Competence in creating detailed drawing packages and updating manufacturing drawings.
- Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Self-motivation and commitment to high-quality work.
- Technical curiosity and innovative design mindset.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

- Experience with AutoCAD.
- Familiarity with manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems (hands-on experience is a plus).
- Advanced computer skills.
- Experience with extrusion additive manufacturing (3D printing).
- Familiarity with SolidWorks PDM or similar drawing vault systems.

This position is ideal for candidates with a strong technical background, proficiency in CAD software (especially SolidWorks), and a collaborative mindset. It offers the opportunity to contribute to manufacturing advancements while developing innovative design solutions.

Interview Process

- Phone screening followed by an on-site interview.

Company DescriptionIT Mantra, LLC. is a Certified Woman / Minority (WBE/MBE) owned company founded in 2003 and based in Massachusetts. We provide a comprehensive range of IT and Professional Staffing and Workforce Solutions that include contract, contract to hire and direct hire placement services as well Employer of Record (EOR) services nationally and specialize in the placement of women and diverse personnel.Company DescriptionIT Mantra, LLC. is a Certified Woman / Minority (WBE/MBE) owned company founded in 2003 and based in Massachusetts. We provide a comprehensive range of IT and Professional Staffing and Workforce Solutions that include contract, contract to hire and direct hire placement services as well Employer of Record (EOR) services nationally and specialize in the placement of women and diverse personnel.