Drafter

CD; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CD in Irving, TX is seeking a hands-on CAD Drafter to translate sketches into Solidworks drawings, 3D models, and manufacturing paperwork for CDI products. The role emphasizes design accuracy and continuous improvement.

Key duties include creating 2D/3D drawings, reviewing completed work for standards conformance, and communicating with customers to gather missing information. Opportunities exist for growth with CDI.

Qualifications

• Solidworks certification or practical experience with sheet metal, parts and assemblies.
• CAD drafting experience including 2D, 3D modeling, assemblies and detailing.
• Familiarity with basic mechanical drafting standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to read and generate 3D drawings from sketches and discussions.
• Able to create drawings from concept discussions and sketches.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Able to interface with internal and external customers.
• Organized, on target, on time and goal oriented.

Responsibilities

• Generate shop paperwork per the Engineering build scheduler using Solidworks.
• Create Solidworks designs and drawings for CDI products (3D, break-sheet, engineering paperwork).
• Create basic 3D drawings for new opportunities.
• Review completed jobs to ensure CDI Design Standards and customer dimensions are correct.
• Contact customers to acquire missing information when required.
• Strive for continuous improvement and efficiency in job duties.

Skills

Solidworks

Sheet metal

2D drafting

3D modeling

Part drawings

Detailing

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Technical communication

Customer interfacing

Time management

Tools

Solidworks

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

If you’re someone who appreciates when your hard work is rewarded, then we have the ideal position for you. This job will give you the opportunity to put your skills to the ultimate test. Fun fact, most of our leadership team started in similar entry level positions. Our company encourages personal growth and offers career advancement to individuals who display a "can-do" attitude.

Job Functions:

• Responsible for using Solidworks and associated software to generate the shop paperwork per the Engineering build scheduler, including drawings and work instructions.
• Generate Solidworks designs & drawings for orders of CDI products in a timely fashion including 3D, break-sheet, engineering paperwork
• Create basic 3D drawings for new opportunities
• Review of completed jobs to ensure CDI Design Standards are being followed & customer dimensions are correct.
• Contact customers to acquire missing information when required
• Strive for continuous improvement by working on ways to make job duties easier, faster, or better value to CDI

Required Experience:

• Solidworks certification or practical experience using Sheet metal, parts and assemblies
• CAD Drafting – 2D, Solid modeling, Assembly, Part Drawings, detailing, dimensioning
• Basic mechanical drafting standards
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong technical aptitude – Able to read and generate 3D drawings.
• Able to create drawings from sketches and concept discussions.
• Strong written & oral communication skills.
• Able to interface with internal and external customers
• Organized, on target, on time and goal oriented

Preferred Experience:

• Sheet Metal Fabrication
• HVAC Industry
• Lean Principles
• Solidworks structural analysis package
• Airflow analysis software