Manufacturing CAD Engineer: SolidWorks & CNC

Hire Up Staffing Services; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Up Staffing Services is seeking an experienced CAD Drafter / Manufacturing Engineer for our Fresno, CA operations. This hands‑on role blends SolidWorks drafting, reverse engineering, estimating, purchasing, and shop-floor support to turn customer drawings into production‑ready parts.

You will create detailed 3D models, measure components with precision tools, and collaborate across office and shop floor to ensure drawings, materials, tolerances, and production requirements align with

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks is required.
• Familiarity with Fusion 360 is strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience using precision measuring tools and translating measurements into technical drawings.
• Previous experience in a CNC machining, machine shop, sheet metal, fabrication, or similar manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Understanding of manufacturing drawings, tolerances, materials, and production processes.
• Experience with estimating, quoting, purchasing, or material procurement is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D models and production drawings using SolidWorks.
• Measure existing components using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
• Reverse engineer physical parts to create accurate models and drawings for machining or fabrication.
• Access and work with existing files in Fusion 360, including file conversions and technical drawing support.
• Review customer purchase orders, drawings, specifications, and other technical documentation.
• Help convert customer requirements into accurate internal sales and production orders.
• Assist with estimating and quoting by reviewing part complexity, materials, and anticipated shop time.
• Communicate with customers when clarification is needed regarding dimensions, tolerances, materials, or design specifications.
• Source raw materials, hardware, and specialized tooling required for production.
• Request vendor pricing, compare material costs, issue purchase orders, and track incoming materials.
• Work closely with operations to ensure jobs have the correct drawings, materials, and information before reaching production.
• Maintain organized drawing files, job documentation, and revision histories.
• Provide additional technical and administrative support to keep projects moving efficiently between the office and shop floor.

Skills

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Precision measurement

CNC machining

Manufacturing

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Fusion 360

Job description

Hire Up Staffing Services is seeking an experienced CAD Drafter / Manufacturing Engineer for our Fresno, CA operations. This hands‑on role blends SolidWorks drafting, reverse engineering, estimating, purchasing, and shop-floor support to turn customer drawings into production‑ready parts.

You will create detailed 3D models, measure components with precision tools, and collaborate across office and shop floor to ensure drawings, materials, tolerances, and production requirements align with