SolidWorks Mechanical Drafter / Cad Designer

ESPO Corporation; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Group health and dental insurance

401k after waiting periods

Job summary

A technical recruiting firm in Rockford seeks a Mechanical Drafter / CAD Designer to create and revise mechanical drawings. Candidates should have an Associate's degree in Drafting/Design Technology and be proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401k.

Qualifications

• Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD is essential.
• Knowledge of drafting principles, geometric tolerances, and dimensioning standards required.
• Familiarity with machining/fabrication methods beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models and detail drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Prepare and maintain accurate bills of materials.
• Participate in design reviews with engineers and customers.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's degree in Drafting/Design Technology

Job description

Overview

SolidWorks Mechanical Drafter / CAD Designer

Location: Rockford, IL • Job type: Permanent / Full-Time

Our client in Rockford, IL is hiring a Mechanical Drafter / Designer to create and revise mechanical drawings, assemblies, and bills of material to support engineering and manufacturing.

Base pay range: $52,000.00/yr - $72,800.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Use SolidWorks and AutoCAD to create 3D models, assembly drawings, and detail drawings
• Prepare and maintain accurate BOMs
• Apply proper drafting standards and practices
• Participate in design reviews with engineers, customers, and sales staff
• Assist engineers with drawings and documentation for quotations/proposals
• Identify and report conflicts/discrepancies in specifications
• Verify drawings comply with standards and drafting practices
• Support manufacturing by reviewing drawings/BOMs pre-build
• Update drawings and documentation to reflect changes

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Drafting/Design Technology or related field required
• Software experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Microsoft Office; Adobe Reader and Acrobat
• Ability to follow instructions and support engineers/manufacturing teams
• Strong knowledge of drafting principles, geometric tolerances, and dimensioning standards
• Familiarity with machining/fabrication methods
• Basic understanding of mechanical components (bearings, bushings, fasteners, belts, gearboxes, etc.)
• Ability to interpret/apply ISO and ANSI standards
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

About the employer

ESPO Corporation

Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965

ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, group health and dental insurance, and 401k after satisfying necessary waiting periods.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law.

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