Mechanical Drafter

Actalent; Colorado; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan (Thrift Savings)

PTO & leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Actalent in Denver, CO seeks a CAD Technician to create 2D drawings and 3D models in SolidWorks, supporting engineering documentation and product lifecycle activities. You will work with cross-functional teams in an office setting, contributing to ERP capability build-out and process improvements.

The role emphasizes accurate drafting, ECO support, and maintaining documents under standards, with opportunities for growth within a culture that values long-term tenure and open communication.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years CAD drafting or CAD technician experience.
• SolidWorks proficiency with 3D modeling and 2D drafting.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with ECO processes and product lifecycle support.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks.
• Interpret drawings and specifications to produce clear CAD documentation.
• Maintain engineering documentation per established standards.
• Support ECOs and product lifecycle activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, marketing, service, and other teams to meet project requirements.
• Organize and control product and engineering documents.

Skills

SolidWorks

2D/3D drafting

ECO knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

PLM systems

Adobe

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: CAD Technician

This CAD Technician role focuses on creating and managing detailed 2D and 3D models and drawings using SolidWorks, supporting engineering documentation and product lifecycle activities. You will contribute to a stable, straightforward position with clear expectations, gain visibility into the engineering and product data lifecycle, and work closely with cross-functional teams in a collaborative office environment. The role offers the opportunity to support ERP capability build-out, participate in a cultural transformation, and grow within a team that values long-term tenure and open communication.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks to support engineering and product development activities.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to produce clear, detailed CAD documentation.
• Prepare, update, and maintain engineering documentation in alignment with established standards and procedures.
• Support engineering change orders (ECO) and contribute to product lifecycle support activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, marketing, service, and other cross-functional teams to ensure CAD outputs meet project and product requirements.
• Assist in organizing and controlling product and engineering documents, contributing to effective document management and product lifecycle processes.
• Provide CAD drafting support for manufacturing-related needs, including components such as sheet metal and plastics when applicable.
• Contribute to the build-out and improvement of ERP-related engineering data and documentation workflows.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to enhance documentation quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Communicate clearly with team members to ensure alignment on project expectations, timelines, and deliverables.

Essential Skills

• 1–3 years of experience as a CAD technician, drafter, or in a similar CAD-focused role.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, including 3D modeling and 2D drafting capabilities.
• Experience with CAD drafting and the creation of detailed engineering drawings.
• Ability to interpret and understand engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience with engineering documentation, including preparation and maintenance of technical drawings and related records.
• Familiarity with engineering change orders (ECO) and product lifecycle support activities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in modeling, drafting, and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment and communicate clearly with engineering and other teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and document control processes.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments, particularly involving sheet metal and plastics components.
• Familiarity with Adobe and other documentation tools for creating, editing, and managing technical documents.
• Interest in supporting ERP-related engineering and product data workflows.
• Ability to adapt within a changing organizational culture and contribute positively to team dynamics.
• Motivation to grow into roles with broader responsibility, including potential leadership opportunities over time.

Work Environment

This role is based in an office environment within an engineering team and involves regular collaboration with engineering, marketing, service, and other cross-functional groups. The position offers a stable and straightforward setting with clear expectations, as well as visibility into the full engineering and product data lifecycle. The team culture emphasizes openness, collaboration, and a family-oriented atmosphere, with colleagues working together to stay aligned and support one another. The organization is undergoing a cultural shift and seeks individuals who appreciate clarity of direction and can positively contribute to that evolution. Tenure within the team is strong, with many employees having long-term careers. The role is offered as a direct placement, with potential flexibility for contract-to-hire arrangements. Employees receive a competitive total rewards package that includes market-competitive pay, comprehensive health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, retirement and Thrift Savings Plans, paid time off and leave programs, and access to an Employee Assistance Program to support overall well-being.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Denver, CO.