CAD Technician

Belcan Corporation; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan Corporation in Muscatine, IA is seeking a CAD Technician to convert rough sketches and concepts into precise 2D/3D drawings and models for construction and manufacturing projects. The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and collaboration with engineers and project teams.

The position requires AutoCAD proficiency, the ability to read blueprints, and an associate's degree in drafting or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).

Qualifications

• AutoCAD proficiency required.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings.
• Associate's degree in drafting or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed plans, layouts, and cross-sections using AutoCAD.
• Translate rough hand sketches, redlines, or verbal directions from engineers and architects into final visual documents.
• Revise drawings based on client feedback, test results, or team redlines.
• Meet with project managers, engineers, and construction crews to ensure designs are practical and accurate.
• Organize, label, and maintain digital drawing libraries and project records.

Skills

AutoCAD

Blueprint reading

Engineering standards

Education

Associate's degree in drafting/related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: CAD Technician
Location: Muscatine, IA
Zip Code: 52761
Start Date: Right Away
Keywords: #Muscatinejobs; #CADTechnicianjobs;

we put down Local candidates only

We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a pay range of $40.15/hr. however, Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline.

Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

Job Description:

Job Summary:
Uses specialized software to turn rough sketches, notes, and engineer concepts into accurate 2D and 3D technical drawings and models for construction, manufacturing, or engineering projects.

Core Responsibilities

• Drawing Production: Create detailed plans, layouts, and cross-sections using AutoCAD.
• Design Translation: Turn rough hand sketches, redlines, or verbal directions from engineers and architects into final visual documents.
• Revisions: Update existing drawings based on client feedback, test results, or team redlines.
• Collaboration: Meet with project managers, engineers, and construction crews to ensure designs are practical and accurate.
• File Management: Organize, label, and maintain digital drawing libraries and project records.

Key Requirements and Skills

• Software Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Technical Knowledge: Ability to read blueprints, understand basic engineering metrics, and follow industry standards.
• Education: Associate"s degree in drafting, engineering design, or a related technical field (or equivalent hands‑on experience).

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.