CAD Operator
Listed on 2026-09-14
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Manufacturing / Production
CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Fabrication
Schedule:
Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Benefits:
Health, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance available
Position Type:
Evaluation Hire
#FCO
CAD Operator – Steel Fabrication | High Pay, Steady Hours, Growth OpportunityA well-established steel fabrication shop in Fort Collins is hiring an experienced CAD Operator to join their team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys turning ideas and measurements into accurate CAD drawings and working closely with a hands-on fabrication team.
The ideal candidate will have experience with Autodesk Fusion 360 and a strong understanding of steel fabrication, shop drawings, and how designs translate into finished parts.
If you're looking for consistent hours, competitive pay, and long-term potential with a company where your skills are valued, this could be the job for you.
Why You'll Love This Job- Competitive pay: $25hr DOE
- Day shift with consistent hours
- Opportunity to use and expand your Fusion 360 skills
- Work closely with experienced fabricators and welders
- Long-term opportunity with a growing shop
- Create and modify 2D drawings and 3D models using Autodesk Fusion 360
- Develop accurate shop drawings and fabrication plans for steel projects
- Convert sketches, measurements, and project requirements into detailed CAD drawings
- Prepare drawings and files for cutting, welding, bending, and fabrication
- Review designs for accuracy, fit, dimensions, and manufacturability
- Make revisions based on field measurements and fabrication requirements
- Work closely with welders, fabricators, and management to resolve design issues
- Maintain organized CAD files and project revisions
- Ensure drawings are accurate and ready for production
- CAD experience required
- Autodesk Fusion 360 experience strongly preferred
- Experience with steel fabrication, welding, or metal manufacturing preferred
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and fabrication drawings
- Strong understanding of dimensions, measurements, and tolerances
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to visualize how CAD designs translate into fabricated steel components
- Reliable, organized, and team-oriented
- Comfortable working in a shop environment and communicating with production staff
Location/Region:
Fort Collins, CO
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