Computer Aided Design Drafter

Habasit; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Habasit is seeking a Drafting Process Technician to support manufacturing through CAD drafting, product configuration, and technical documentation. The role collaborates across Engineering, Production, Sales, Quality, and Customer Care to improve manufacturability, quality, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities include creating 2D/3D drawings in AutoCAD/SolidWorks, supporting process trials, evaluating materials, and developing SOPs and work instructions for continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in CAD drafting, manufacturing, or engineering support.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor or similar CAD software with drawing creation and revisions.
• Experience supporting manufacturing processes, tooling, product testing, and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Create, revise, and maintain 2D/3D CAD drawings, tooling designs, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation.
• Translate requirements into manufacturable product configurations while maintaining accuracy and revision control.
• Provide technical drafting and configuration support to Engineering, Production, Sales, Customer Care, and Quality.
• Assist engineers with process trials, tooling improvements, and manufacturing troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, process maps, and technical reports.

Skills

CAD drafting

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

SOP development

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

The Drafting Process Technician primarily supports manufacturing operations through CAD drafting, product configuration, and technical documentation. Additional responsibilities include assisting engineers with process trials, product testing, tooling improvements, SOP development, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturability, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. CAD Drafting & Product Configuration

• Create, revise, and maintain 2D/3D CAD drawings, tooling designs, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Translate customer and engineering requirements into manufacturable product configurations while maintaining drawing accuracy and revision control.
• Provide technical drafting and product configuration support to Engineering, Production, Sales, Customer Care, and Quality.

2. Manufacturing & Engineering Support

• Assist engineers with process trials, tooling improvements, manufacturing troubleshooting, and implementation of process enhancements.
• Evaluate new materials, products, equipment, and fabrication methods to improve manufacturability and operational performance.

3. Testing & Process Validation

• Conduct product and process testing, collect and analyze data, document results, and recommend improvements.
• Support process audits, root cause investigations, corrective actions, and validation of manufacturing changes.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, process maps, technical reports, and visual aids.
• Maintain accurate records of engineering changes, process trials, test results, and manufacturing improvements.

• Support Lean Manufacturing and A3 problem-solving initiatives to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and sustain process improvements.

This document is provided by the Company for the benefit of its associates. It is not a contract and does not create a contract of any kind. The Company, at its sole discretion, may modify, suspend or terminate the document at any time, with or without notice.

Final interpretation of the document and it’s provisions is the responsibility of Human Resources.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required

• Minimum 3 years of experience in CAD drafting, manufacturing, engineering support, or related technical fields.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar CAD software, including drawing creation, revisions, and documentation.
• Experience supporting manufacturing processes, tooling, product testing, and
• Ability to develop SOPs, work instructions, and technical documentation.

Preferred

• Experience with conveyor systems, plastic components, fabricated assemblies, or custom-engineered products.
• Familiarity with ERP/PDM/PLM systems, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and root cause analysis.
• Strong technical aptitude, analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, technical data collection, and analysis.
• Effective communication, organization, time management, and cross-functional