CAD Technician

PIC-Precision Industrial; Woodland (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

PIC-Precision Industrial in Woodland, WA is hiring a full-time CAD Technician to create shop and field drawings for various products and equipment. This role involves generating models, flat patterns, and layouts, with a strong emphasis on manufacturability and quality.

The ideal candidate will have expertise with AutoCAD and Inventor, and must possess an Associate's degree or equivalent experience in mechanical drafting. The position is strictly on-site and provides an opportunity for individuals looking to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of 2D and 3D engineering standards.
• Minimum two years of relevant mechanical/structural drafting experience.
• Architectural background highly beneficial for the position.

Responsibilities

• Generate shop drawings and layouts using AutoCAD and Inventor.
• Program parts for water-jet cutting using optimization nesting software.
• Provide technical support to sales and manufacturing.

Skills

Proficient PC skills

Strong attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Good communication skills

Ability to read blueprints

Education

Associate's degree in Drafting Technology or Mechanical Engineering

High school diploma/GED with vocational training in CAD

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Tekla

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Overview

Precision Industrial Contractors, Inc. is seeking a full‑time CAD Technician for immediate hire. Create and design shop and field drawings, structures, fabricated parts/assemblies for new and existing products, facilities and equipment. Provide shop drawings, assemblies, and layouts that focus on function, cost, manufacturability and quality. The role reports to the manufacturing manager and requires frequent contact with manufacturing, mechanical design, sales and management personnel. Responsibilities include working from 2D and 3D models or blueprints to generate models, flat patterns and parts for laser/water‑jet cutting and press‑brake machines.

Responsibilities

• Use AutoCAD and Inventor software to generate shop drawings, field drawings and layouts.
• Program parts for water‑jet cutting using optimization nesting software.
• Solicit feedback from production personnel and troubleshoot production problems relating to part design criteria.
• Maintain and update product design criteria as necessary.
• Provide feedback to sales and submittal departments regarding design criteria.
• Provide technical support to sales, submittals and manufacturing as required.
• Research new and improved construction methods for continued product improvement.
• Train personnel in product designs, as required.
• Assist in standardizing selection criteria for parts.
• Properly maintain drawing system integrity in the product data management system.
• Work independently to complete groups of drawing projects with good documentation and organization.

Minimum Requirements

• Knowledge of 2D and 3D engineering standards.
• 3D mechanical/design drafting experience.
• Experience working in a production environment.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen.
• Associate’s degree—prefer Drafting Technology or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• High school diploma/GED with vocational training in CAD.
• Minimum two years of relevant mechanical/structural drafting experience.
• Architectural background highly beneficial for the position.

Required Skills

• Proficient PC skills and ability to learn new software applications.
• Strong attention to detail with capability of self‑checking work for accuracy.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, good reasoning and problem‑solving skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to manage time, adapt to workflow demands and prioritize work.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing blueprints and specifications.
• Proficient in shop drawings and detailing.
• Ability to produce re‑ction drawings or shop drawings.
• Ability to detail from contract drawings and models.
• Understand and interpret architectural and structural engineer drawings.
• Knowledge of structural steel and miscellaneous metals.
• Experience in Tekla and SolidWorks—a plus, or the ability to learn it.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to sit, talk, and hear; use hands and fingers to feel and handle.
• Occasionally required to walk or operate office equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required: vision and ability to adjust and focus to read floor plans, mechanical blueprints, and specifications.
• Sit at a desk and work on a computer for several hours per day.

Working Conditions

• Heavy PC use.
• Some local travel required.
• This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
• This position requires that you physically work in the office in Woodland, WA—it is not a remote position.