CAD Technician

INNOVEYANCE; Mitchell (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Indiana seeks a CAD Technician to assist Installation, Sales, Production, and Mechanical Engineering departments. Responsibilities include preparing layouts, creating control systems, and ensuring accuracy in documentation. The ideal candidate will have a minimum two-year degree in a related field and proficiency in AutoCAD, along with essential skills in industrial electrical and mechanical aptitude. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience with any MRP or inventory tracking software preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD (current versions – LT 2014 or newer).
• Familiarity with material handling systems design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research existing equipment that relates to new projects.
• Prepare control layouts for use by Production, Installation and Engineering.
• Create, define and specify components in Epicor.

Skills

Experience with MRP or inventory tracking software

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Proficiency in reading tape measures

Proficiency in basic mathematics

Basic industrial electrical, control, and mechanical aptitude

Skill to read mechanical and electrical blueprints

Education

Minimum two year degree in related field

Job description

Job Summary

Uses CAD equipment to assist Installation, Sales, Production and Mechanical Engineering departments by preparing routine layouts, detailing drawings, sketches and diagrams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Research existing equipment that relates to new projects.
• Read and understand quote and sales specification documents.
• Prepare control layouts for use by Production, Installation and Engineering, which includes designing/detailing control features for each panel area and detailing the system for each individual component to be shipped.
• Prepare conduit drawings.
• Read and understand basic electrical schematic line drawings.
• Create, define and specify components in Epicor.
• Create bills of material for installation and control hardware.
• Copy, distribute and update drawings as required.
• Review and confirm that all bundle conveyor orders match system requirements.
• Perform safety and housekeeping duties.
• Participate in required training and apply safety skills/knowledge.
• Participate in continuous improvement teams and/or empowerment teams.
• Accurately complete required documentation.
• Train co‑workers in all aspects of job responsibilities.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by direct supervisor.

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Experience with any MRP or inventory tracking software preferred.
• Minimum two year degree in related field preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD (current versions – LT 2014 or newer).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Familiarity with material handling systems design (or equivalent) preferred.
• Project and solution oriented.
• Proficiency in reading tape measures and other measuring devices.
• Proficiency in basic mathematics (fractions, decimals, conversions, etc.).
• Possesses basic industrial electrical, control, and mechanical aptitude.
• Skill and ability to read mechanical and electrical blueprints and schematics.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position will require walking, sitting, using hands and fingers to handle or feel objects/tools/controls, reaching with hands and arms, balancing, stooping, talking and hearing.

While performing the duties of this job, this person may be exposed to a noise level that is usually minimal but may be elevated at times.