Design Drafter

Advantage Technical; Hanover (MD); Hybrid; USD 137,539,584 - 166,193,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter/Parking Accounts

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Advantage Technical is seeking an experienced Design Drafter for a temporary contract in Hanover, MD with a hybrid schedule. You’ll create and maintain 3D models and drawings in SolidWorks, delivering manufacturing‑ready documentation that adheres to GD&T and military standards.

Work with engineers, vendors, and customers to resolve design challenges and support fabrication and production processes. 7–10 years CAD experience and SolidWorks certification preferred.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years CAD design and drafting experience.
• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• SolidWorks training and advanced proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed 3D models, assemblies, drawings, and engineering documentation using SolidWorks.
• Develop designs utilizing SolidWorks Routing, Sheet Metal, and Weldment modules.
• Prepare manufacturing‑ready drawings per ANSI Y14.5 GD&T and applicable military standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, managers, vendors, and customers to resolve technical design challenges.
• Support product development, fabrication, machining, welding, and production processes.
• Manage design files and product data using PDM systems.

Skills

CAD design

SolidWorks

GD&T

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in Drafting/Design/Engineering Technology

Tools

SolidWorks Routing

Sheet Metal

Weldment modules

Job description

Design Drafter - Hybrid Schedule Available

Location: Hanover, MD

Pay Rate: $48-$58/hour

We are seeking an experienced Design Drafter for a temporary contract opportunity in Hanover, MD, with a hybrid work schedule available. This role is ideal for a skilled CAD professional with expertise in SolidWorks, mechanical design, and manufacturing documentation who thrives in a collaborative engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed 3D models, assemblies, drawings, and engineering documentation using SolidWorks.
• Develop designs utilizing SolidWorks Routing, Sheet Metal, and Weldment modules.
• Prepare manufacturing‑ready drawings in accordance with ANSI Y14.5 GD&T and applicable military standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, managers, vendors, and customers to resolve technical design challenges.
• Support product development, fabrication, machining, welding, and production processes.
• Manage design files and product data using PDM systems.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of CAD design and drafting experience.
• Associate degree in Drafting, Design, Engineering Technology, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Formal training and advanced proficiency with Dassault Systemes SolidWorks.
• Experience with mechanical design, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, and welding processes.
• Knowledge of military standards and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a future security clearance.
• SolidWorks Advanced Parts and Advanced Assemblies certifications preferred.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Apply today to join a dynamic engineering team supporting innovative product development and manufacturing projects.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

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