Junior CAD Technician, Project Coordinator – 6-Month Contract

Jobtailor; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Calgary is seeking a CAD Drafter to update and standardize legacy mechanical drawings using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor. You will collaborate with engineers, project managers, and East Coast contractors to align drawings with live project specs.

You will review data sheets, maintain drafting standards, manage documentation and archives, and assist with PO tracking and invoice processing while communicating across time zones.

Qualifications

• Completed coursework, certificate, or diploma in CAD from a recognized institution.
• Hands-on experience using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.
• Proficiency in Google Suite and MS Office (Excel & Word).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A natural mechanical aptitude or practical background is an asset.
• A fresh perspective and a high level of motivation to streamline drafting workflows.

Responsibilities

• Update and standardize mechanical drawings using CAD tools.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and contractors across time zones.
• Review technical data sheets and maintain drafting standards.
• Manage project documentation and drawing archives.
• Assist with ordering parts, tracking POs, and processing invoices.
• Maintain clear, proactive communication across multiple time zones.

Skills

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Project Documentation Management

Technical Data Management

Strong Communication Skills

Education

Certificate in Computer-Aided Design (AutoCAD)

Diploma in CAD

Tools

Google Suite

MS Office

Excel

Word

Job description

• Update, modify, and standardize legacy mechanical and technical drawings using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and East Coast contractors to adjust drawings according to live project specifications
• Review technical data sheets and maintain strict CAD drafting standards
• Manage project documentation, organize drawing archives, and assist with technical data management
• Assist with operational tasks such as ordering parts, tracking Purchase Orders (POs), and processing project invoices
• Maintain clear, proactive communication across multiple time zones

Requirements

• Completed coursework, certificate, or diploma in Computer-Aided Design (AutoCAD) from a recognized institution (e.g., SAIT, Red Deer Polytechnic, or equivalent)
• Hands‑on experience using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor
• Proficiency in standard office tools, including Google Suite and MS Office (Excel & Word)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A natural mechanical aptitude or practical background (e.g., farming, trades, hands‑on mechanical hobbies) is an asset
• A fresh perspective and a high level of motivation to streamline drafting workflows

Core Competencies

Proficient in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor for updating and standardizing mechanical drawings, with strong communication skills for collaboration across teams and time zones. Experienced in managing project documentation and maintaining CAD drafting standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• AutoCAD
• Autodesk Inventor
• Project Documentation Management
• Technical Data Management
• Strong Communication Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• CAD Drafting Standards
• Mechanical Drawing Modification
• Technical Data Sheet Review
• Purchase Order Tracking
• Invoice Processing

Soft Skills

• Proactive Communication
• Collaboration
• Motivation
• Attention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

• Computer-Aided Design Certificate
• Diploma in CAD

Industry Keywords

• Mechanical Aptitude
• Legacy Drawings
• Project Specifications
• Drawing Archives

Tools & Technologies

• Google Suite
• MS Office
• Excel
• Word