CAD Designer

NES Fircroft; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft seeks a detail-oriented CAD Designer to join our New York team. The role focuses on creating accurate CAD models and drawings from engineering specifications and layouts, collaborating with engineers to support project delivery.

Ideal for an early-career professional with CAD experience who aims to grow in a collaborative engineering environment, following approved drafting standards and contributing to quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent in Drafting/Engineering Technology or related field.
• Experience using CAD software in engineering/manufacturing/design environments.
• Knowledge of drafting principles and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed CAD models and drawings from specifications and layouts.
• Revise/update existing models/drawings per direction from engineers/project management.
• Ensure accuracy/quality under guidance of engineers and senior team members.
• Apply established drafting/modelling practices to produce clear, usable documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and stakeholders to understand objectives and timelines.
• Maintain compliance with drafting standards, procedures, and quality requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication

Independent worker

Education

Associate's Degree in Drafting or related field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented CAD Designer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating accurate and high-quality CAD models and drawings based on engineering specifications, sketches, and layouts. Working closely with engineers and project teams, you will contribute to the successful delivery of a variety of projects while developing your technical drafting and design expertise.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional with CAD experience who is looking to grow within a collaborative engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed models and drawings using CAD software in accordance with project requirements and company standards.
• Revise and update existing models and drawings based on engineering or project management direction.
• Work under the guidance of engineers and senior team members to ensure the accuracy and quality of all deliverables.
• Apply established drafting and modelling practices to produce clear, concise, and usable technical documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with engineers, designers, and project stakeholders to understand project objectives and timelines.
• Maintain compliance with drafting standards, procedures, and quality requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Associate's Degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline; or completion of a relevant vocational/technical high school program.
• Experience using CAD software in an engineering, manufacturing, or design environment.
• Basic understanding of drafting principles and industry standards, including Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses strong technical aptitude, and enjoys working in a team-oriented environment. You take pride in producing quality work, can follow established processes, and are committed to meeting project deadlines.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.