CAD Drafter (Hybrid

CAD Drafter (Hybrid)

Location:

Wilmington, NC Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.

This is a Hybrid Schedule role.

Work Schedule:

M - F 8am - 5pm (OT as needed)

(Tuesday & Wednesday Onsite), (Monday, Thursday & Friday Remote), Initial training period requires increased onsite presence (up to 4 days/week for about a month or longer).

Summary:

As a member of a global drafting department – you will assist in the creation, revision, and storage of electronic drawing files (Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD) for custom designed process equipment located in numerous worldwide Client's Optical Fiber and Cable manufacturing locations.

Primary responsibilities include assisting the area drafting lead with completing all required work to an engineering/development drawing set prior to release into the system (Autodesk Vault). Typical tasks include creating 3D models and associated drawings or editing existing models/drawings all while ensuring they follow company drafting standards: detail, sheet metal, weldment, and assembly drawings are typical. No new design activity will be within scope of this position.

Primary Purpose

• Support the drafting team by converting legacy 2D drawings into 3D models, processing Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), updating technical documentation, and assisting with special engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Correct redlined models/drawings issued by drafting lead or engineering/development teams
• Convert legacy hand drawn and AutoCAD drawings into 3D models and associative drawings
• Create 2D drawings from existing 3D models from other users
• Collect data from engineering teams and incorporate information into appropriate drawing
• Collect measurements/information from production floor to incorporate into drawings

Work Environment:

• Employment will be through a third party on a contract basis. Contracts will be 1 year in length and are often extended with satisfactory performance and additional project workload.
• Hybrid work schedule available (work from home 3-4 days per week)
• M-F, 8am-5pm base schedule; OT is often required: 45 hours per week target

Required

Education:

• Associate's Degree required.
• Degree should be in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Engineering, Mechanical Design, Drafting, or a related technical field. Candidates should possess one of the following, but other technical degrees with demonstrated skills in drafting will be considered:
• A.A.S. Mechanical Engineering Technology degree
• A.O.S. Drafting/CAD degree
• Drafting Certificate/Certification
• Bachelor's degree candidates may be considered if they possess relevant drafting experience
• Candidates without degrees must demonstrate proficiency in 2D and 3D drafting

Required

Experience and Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years professional experience in the manufacturing/ mechanical drafting field
• Working knowledge of ASME/ANSI drafting standards
• General Windows-based computer skills
• Proficient in the use of Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault software
• Able to adapt to company standards and guidelines
• Strong work ethic
• Strong attention to detail
• Autodesk Inventor or Solid Works experience.
• Strong Mechanical Drafting experience.
• Knowledge of drafting standards (ASME Y14 preferred).
• Good communication skills.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.

Preferred

Skills:

• Autodesk Vault experience.
• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Engineering Change Request (ECR) processing.
• Experience converting 2D drawings to 3D models.
• Background in manufacturing, industrial equipment, automotive, or other mechanical industries.
• Experience with other CAD tools such as Creo, Pro/E, EPDM/PDM is transferable and acceptable.