CAD Technician / Drafter

The Panther Group; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Panther Group seeks an entry-level CAD Technician / Drafter I in West Chester, PA. The role focuses on preparing and updating engineering drawings using CAD software and learning telecommunications design standards. On-site position with no remote work; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities include collaborating with field engineers, incorporating markups, and ensuring drawings meet client standards. Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn are required.

Qualifications

• Experience using AutoCAD or another CAD application is required.
• Experience with IDDS / ICGS or MicroStation is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to visualize designs from sketches and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CAD drawings using customer-specific applications and design standards.
• Develop engineering drawings using IDDS / MicroStation design software.
• Incorporate engineering markups and revisions into existing drawings.
• Collaborate with field engineers to understand design requirements and prepare accurate drawings and supporting documentation.
• Ensure drawings comply with company and client standards, policies, and procedures.
• Interpret engineering sketches and technical documents to support design activities.

Skills

AutoCAD

IDDS / MicroStation

Windows / Outlook / Word / Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Willingness to learn telecom design

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school or college graduates encouraged

Tools

AutoCAD

IDDS

MicroStation

Job description

Location: West Chester, PA Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM EST Position Type: Temp-to-Hire

About the Role

We are hiring a CAD Technician / Drafter I for our client located in West Chester, PA. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone interested in starting a career in telecommunications design. Recent high school, trade school, and college graduates, as well as students nearing graduation, are encouraged to apply. The selected candidate will prepare and update engineering drawings using CAD software, work closely with field engineers, and learn telecommunications design standards and processes. This is a fully onsite position. Remote work is not available.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CAD drawings using customer-specific applications and design standards.
• Develop engineering drawings using IDDS / MicroStation design software.
• Incorporate engineering markups and revisions into existing drawings.
• Collaborate with field engineers to understand design requirements and prepare accurate drawings and supporting documentation.
• Ensure drawings comply with company and client standards, policies, and procedures.
• Interpret engineering sketches and technical documents to support design activities.

Qualifications

• Experience using AutoCAD or another CAD application is required.
• Experience with IDDS / ICGS or MicroStation is preferred but not required.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to visualize designs from sketches and technical documents.
• Good computer, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability and willingness to learn telecommunications design methods and software.
• Telecommunications industry experience is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school and college graduates are encouraged to apply.
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