CAD Operator

Express Employment Professionals; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Fort Collins, CO is seeking a CAD Operator with steel fabrication experience. You will turn ideas and measurements into accurate CAD drawings using Autodesk Fusion 360 and collaborate with fabricators and welders.

The role features a day shift, full-time schedule, and steady hours with growth potential. Experience reading blueprints, creating shop drawings, and translating designs into parts is essential.

Qualifications

• CAD experience required.
• Autodesk Fusion 360 experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with steel fabrication, welding, or metal manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Strong understanding of dimensions, measurements, and tolerances.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify 2D drawings and 3D models using Autodesk Fusion 360.
• Develop accurate shop drawings and fabrication plans for steel projects.
• Convert sketches, measurements, and project requirements into detailed CAD drawings.
• Prepare drawings and files for cutting, welding, bending, and fabrication.
• Review designs for accuracy, fit, dimensions, and manufacturability.
• Make revisions based on field measurements and fabrication requirements.
• Work closely with welders, fabricators, and management to resolve design issues.
• Maintain organized CAD files and project revisions.
• Ensure drawings are accurate and ready for production.

Skills

CAD drafting

Blueprint reading

Shop drawings

Fabrication understanding

Tools

Autodesk Fusion 360

Job description

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Benefits: Health, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance available

Position Type: Evaluation Hire

#FCO

CAD Operator – Steel Fabrication | High Pay, Steady Hours, Growth Opportunity

A well-established steel fabrication shop in Fort Collins is hiring an experienced CAD Operator to join their team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys turning ideas and measurements into accurate CAD drawings and working closely with a hands-on fabrication team.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Autodesk Fusion 360 and a strong understanding of steel fabrication, shop drawings, and how designs translate into finished parts.

If you're looking for consistent hours, competitive pay, and long-term potential with a company where your skills are valued, this could be the job for you.

Why You'll Love This Job

• Competitive pay: $25hr DOE
• Day shift with consistent hours
• Opportunity to use and expand your Fusion 360 skills
• Work closely with experienced fabricators and welders
• Long-term opportunity with a growing shop

What You'll Be Doing

• Create and modify 2D drawings and 3D models using Autodesk Fusion 360
• Develop accurate shop drawings and fabrication plans for steel projects
• Convert sketches, measurements, and project requirements into detailed CAD drawings
• Prepare drawings and files for cutting, welding, bending, and fabrication
• Review designs for accuracy, fit, dimensions, and manufacturability
• Make revisions based on field measurements and fabrication requirements
• Work closely with welders, fabricators, and management to resolve design issues
• Maintain organized CAD files and project revisions
• Ensure drawings are accurate and ready for production

What We're Looking For

• CAD experience required
• Autodesk Fusion 360 experience strongly preferred
• Experience with steel fabrication, welding, or metal manufacturing preferred
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and fabrication drawings
• Strong understanding of dimensions, measurements, and tolerances
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to visualize how CAD designs translate into fabricated steel components
• Reliable, organized, and team-oriented
• Comfortable working in a shop environment and communicating with production staff

Location/Region: Fort Collins, CO