CAD Technician

Baker Hughes Holdings LLC; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical care options

Flexible working hours

Life insurance and disability programs

Job summary

Baker Hughes Holdings LLC in Liberty, Missouri is looking for a CAD Technician to produce precise technical drawings and collaborate with engineering teams. This role requires proficiency in CAD software like SolidWorks and a strong understanding of drafting standards.

The successful candidate will contribute to detailed 2D and 3D models while ensuring compliance with industry practices, all while promoting efficient project delivery and supporting continuous improvement.

This position offers a competitive benefits package and emphasizes flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Diploma, certificate, or associate degree in CAD, drafting, engineering technology, or a related field.
• Proficient in CAD software, specifically SolidWorks.
• Strong understanding of drafting standards and technical conventions.

Responsibilities

• Produce 2D and 3D technical drawings using CAD software.
• Develop detailed layouts and sections based on specifications.
• Create installation instruction illustrations.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD software

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in CAD or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

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.

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

Benefits

• 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

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

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.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.