SolidWorks CAD Drafter & Prototype Technician

Lithion Battery Inc.; Henderson (NV); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lithion Battery Inc. in Henderson, NV is seeking a Drafter/Technician for a hybrid role that combines SolidWorks drafting with hands-on prototype assembly. About 50% of the time is drafting and design, and 50% is building and testing prototypes on the shop floor.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years SolidWorks drawing experience, strong mechanical skills, and good problem-solving abilities. This role supports product development and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience creating fabrication and assembly drawings using SolidWorks.
• Hands-on mechanical assembly experience.
• Associate degree or technical certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain SolidWorks part drawings and assembly drawings.
• Develop 3D models and detailed assembly designs to support product development initiatives.
• Generate bills of materials (BOMs) and supporting engineering documentation.
• Revise and update drawings based on engineering changes and project requirements.
• Support minor mechanical design activities under the direction of engineering and product development leadership.
• Ensure drawings comply with company drafting standards and engineering best practices.
• Assist with document control and maintenance of design files.
• Build prototypes with minimal information from SolidWorks models.
• Build prototypes from engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Assemble mechanical and electro-mechanical products and subassemblies.
• Fabricate, modify, and troubleshoot prototype components as needed.
• Perform testing and evaluation of prototype units.
• Document build activities, test results, and observations.
• Identify design, assembly, and manufacturing issues and communicate findings to engineering personnel.
• Support validation builds, pilot production activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Drafting & design

Mechanical fabrication

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Lithion Battery Inc. in Henderson, NV is seeking a Drafter/Technician for a hybrid role that combines SolidWorks drafting with hands-on prototype assembly. About 50% of the time is drafting and design, and 50% is building and testing prototypes on the shop floor.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years SolidWorks drawing experience, strong mechanical skills, and good problem-solving abilities. This role supports product development and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.