CAD Drafter/Designer III

System One; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 86,789,000 - 96,432,000; Full time

Job summary

System One in Lynnwood, WA is seeking a mid-level CAD Drafter/Designer III for a contract role to produce detailed engineering drawings across mechanical, electrical, electronic, and electromechanical assemblies. You will convert prototypes and sketches into production-ready documentation with close engineer collaboration.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years CAD experience, GD&T knowledge, and experience creating formal drawings; SolidWorks is preferred. Onsite work with engineering guidance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional CAD experience.
• Experience creating formal engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and T tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, electronic, and/or electromechanical parts and assemblies.
• Ability to work onsite and follow engineering direction.
• United States work authorization (no employer sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• Prepare formal engineering drawings using the client's standard drawing templates.
• Create drawings based on existing/on-hand parts, photographs, engineering sketches, and prototypes.
• Develop drawings for mechanical parts, electrical cables/connectors, and electronic/electromechanical assemblies.
• Prepare outline and installation drawings for electrical circuit card assemblies.
• Incorporate appropriate dimensions, tolerances, and design details under guidance.
• Work closely with senior engineers and follow detailed drawing instructions.
• Interpret sketches, prototypes, photographs, and parts to develop accurate CAD drawings.

Skills

CAD drafting

GD&T knowledge

Onsite work

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title: CAD Drafter/Designer III

Location: Lynnwood, WA

Type: Contract

Compensation: $32 per hour

Work Model: Onsite

Overview

This is a mid-level CAD design role focused on creating detailed engineering drawings for mechanical, electrical, electronic, and electromechanical components and assemblies. The position works closely with engineers to convert prototypes, sketches, photographs, and existing parts into accurate, production-ready documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare formal engineering drawings using the client's standard drawing templates.
• Create drawings based on existing/on-hand parts, photographs, engineering sketches, and working prototype parts and assemblies.
• Develop drawings for mechanical parts, electrical cables and connectors, and electrical/electronic assemblies.
• Prepare outline and installation drawings for electrical circuit card assemblies.
• Incorporate appropriate dimensions, tolerances, and design details under engineering guidance.
• Work closely with senior engineers and follow detailed drawing instructions.
• Apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, and electromechanical components and assemblies.
• Interpret engineering sketches, prototypes, photographs, and physical parts to develop accurate CAD drawings.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of professional Computer-Aided Design (CAD) experience.
• Experience creating formal engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience working with mechanical, electrical, electronic, and/or electromechanical parts and assemblies.
• Ability to work onsite and follow direction from engineering personnel.
• Ability to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SolidWorks.
• Stronger experience with GD&T and engineering drawing practices.
• Experience working with prototype parts and assemblies.
• Active security clearance or previous clearance experience is preferred but not required.

Work Environment

This is an onsite position in Lynnwood, WA. The successful candidate will work closely with engineers and other technical personnel to produce accurate, production-quality engineering drawings. System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.