CAD Drafter - Hawarden, IA, US

Coilcraft; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Time

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Coilcraft, located in the United States, is looking for a detail-oriented 3D CAD Draftsperson to join our automation team. This role involves creating and updating detailed 3D models and technical drawings to support product development and manufacturing. The ideal candidate has CAD software proficiency, mechanical design knowledge, and strong organizational skills. Coilcraft offers generous benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible spending accounts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in Drafting/Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar).
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, tolerancing, and technical drawing standards (GD&T experience a plus).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, designers, and production staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop precise 3D CAD models and 2D drawings based on design concepts.
• Revise and update existing drawings to reflect engineering changes.
• Work closely with engineers and designers to ensure compliance.
• Maintain drawing and model documentation in accordance with standards.
• Support prototype builds and provide accurate drawings.

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency

Mechanical design principles

Attention to detail

Organization skills

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Drafting/Design or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

Coilcraft is a successful, privately held company with a worldwide reputation for high-quality passive electronic components. We operate in a wide range of industries including telecommunications, computers, automotive, broadband communications and consumer electronics. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented 3D CAD Draftsperson to join our automation team. This role will be responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining detailed 3D models and technical drawings to support product development and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop precise 3D CAD models and 2D drawings based on design concepts, sketches, or specifications.
• Revise and update existing drawings to reflect engineering changes.
• Work closely with engineers and designers to ensure models and drawings meet functional and manufacturing requirements.
• Maintain drawing and model documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Support prototype builds and provide accurate drawings to manufacturing teams.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in Drafting/Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar).
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, tolerancing, and technical drawing standards (GD&T experience a plus).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, designers, and production staff.

Company Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Time
• Profit Sharing

Coilcraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans/Disabled. This position may require compliance with ITAR regulations; applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.