Mechanical Drafter – Semiconductor Equipment, NX Expert

Aleron; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions in Fremont, CA is seeking a Mechanical Drafter/Designer to support the Etch Engineering team by converting 3D models into production-ready drawings and documentation for advanced semiconductor equipment.

The role requires 3+ years of drafting experience, strong Siemens NX skills, and familiarity with ECO processes, GD&T, and ASME drafting standards. You will collaborate with engineers, manage revisions in Teamcenter/PLM, and help drive manufacturing readiness.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Mechanical Design, Drafting Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Mechanical Drafter, CAD Designer, or Mechanical Designer in an engineering environment.
• 3+ years of experience creating engineering drawings from 3D mechanical models.
• Strong experience with Siemens NX (UGNX) or comparable 3D CAD software.
• Experience supporting Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes and revision-controlled documentation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical drafting principles and engineering documentation standards.
• Knowledge of GD&T and ASME drafting standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate 2D mechanical drawings from 3D CAD models using Siemens NX (UGNX).
• Update and revise engineering drawings to incorporate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Ensure drawings comply with ASME standards, GD&T requirements, and internal drafting guidelines.
• Translate engineering concepts and design intent into production-ready manufacturing drawings.
• Maintain drawing accuracy, revision control, and engineering documentation integrity.
• Manage drawing updates and releases within Teamcenter and PLM environments.
• Support sustaining engineering activities and respond to engineering documentation requests.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve drawing issues and support product modifications.
• Participate in design reviews and documentation reviews to ensure quality and compliance.

Skills

Mechanical drafting experience

3+ years CAD drafting

3+ years drawings from 3D models

GD&T principles

ASME drafting standards

Education

Associate degree / technical cert in Mechanical Design or related field

Tools

Siemens NX (UGNX)

Teamcenter

Job description

Acara Solutions in Fremont, CA is seeking a Mechanical Drafter/Designer to support the Etch Engineering team by converting 3D models into production-ready drawings and documentation for advanced semiconductor equipment.

The role requires 3+ years of drafting experience, strong Siemens NX skills, and familiarity with ECO processes, GD&T, and ASME drafting standards. You will collaborate with engineers, manage revisions in Teamcenter/PLM, and help drive manufacturing readiness.