CAD Technician

bakerhughes; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes in Liberty, MO is seeking a CAD Technician to convert concepts into precise 2D and 3D drawings, collaborating with engineers and project teams to translate designs into detailed CAD models.

You will produce drawings with SolidWorks and AutoCAD, ensure standards compliance, manage revision control, and support manufacturing and project execution. This role offers growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Diploma, certificate, or associate degree in CAD, drafting, engineering technology, or a related field.
• Proficiency in CAD software, with SolidWorks required and AutoCAD a plus.
• Strong understanding of drafting standards, symbols, and technical conventions.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering concepts.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in drafting work.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce 2D and 3D drawings using CAD software such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Develop detailed layouts, views, and sections from sketches, specifications, and engineering calculations.
• Create and organize installation instruction illustrations.
• Revise drawings to reflect design changes and evolving project requirements.
• Ensure drawings comply with industry standards, codes, and internal drafting practices.
• Maintain and update drawing files, supporting documentation, and revision control within the document management system.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and project teams to resolve design or technical issues.
• Perform additional drafting or documentation tasks based on workload and business needs.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Drafting standards

Interpret drawings

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or diploma in CAD/drafting/engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modeling tools

Job description

CAD Technician

Are you passionate about transforming engineering concepts into precise, high‑quality technical drawings?

Do you enjoy collaborating with engineers and project teams to bring designs to life through accurate CAD models?

Partner with the best

Baker Hughes stands as a leading global energy technology company, delivering innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient across the entire value chain. Operating in more than 120 countries, the company blends deep industrial expertise with advanced engineering and digital technologies to support energy production, transformation, and decarbonization. With over a century of heritage, Baker Hughes partners with customers in oil and gas, industrial sectors, and emerging energy markets to accelerate progress toward a more sustainable energy future.

Fuel your passion

As a CAD Technician, you will be contributing to the development of accurate technical drawings and documentation that support engineering, manufacturing, and project execution. You will be collaborating with engineers, designers, and project managers to translate concepts into detailed 2D and 3D models, ensuring compliance with standards and maintaining high‑quality drafting practices. Your work will play a key role in enabling efficient project delivery and supporting continuous improvement across design workflows.

As a CAD Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Producing 2D and 3D technical drawings using CAD software such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Developing detailed layouts, views, and sections based on sketches, specifications, and engineering calculations
• Creating and organizing installation instruction illustrations
• Revising and updating drawings to reflect design changes and evolving project requirements
• Ensuring all drawings comply with industry standards, codes, and internal drafting practices
• Maintaining and updating drawing files, supporting documentation, and revision control within the document management system
• Coordinating with engineers, designers, and project teams to resolve design or technical issues
• Performing additional drafting or documentation tasks based on workload and business needs

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a diploma, certificate, or associate degree in CAD, drafting, engineering technology, or a related field
• Have proficiency in CAD software, with SolidWorks required and AutoCAD considered a plus
• Have a strong understanding of drafting standards, symbols, and technical conventions
• Have the ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering concepts
• Have high attention to detail and accuracy in all drafting work
• Have good communication and teamwork skills

Preferred:

• Have 1–5 years of experience in a CAD or drafting role
• Have industry‑specific experience in mechanical or manufacturing environments
• Have knowledge of document control processes
• Have experience with 3D modeling and visualization

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Working flexible hours — adjusting your schedule to support productivity and work‑life balance.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well‑being of our workforce, train and reward talent, and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep moving forward tomorrow, we know we must push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their contributions. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work‑life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits

This position requires current work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to provide or continue work authorization sponsorship for this role.

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Engineer 2, Manufacturing & Quality, Product Design and Engineering