SolidWorks Drafter: 3D Models & Manufacturing Drawings

Accurate Personnel LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

Accurate Personnel LLC in Chicago, IL seeks a detail-oriented CAD technician to create and maintain 3D SolidWorks models and 2D drawings for sheet metal parts, assemblies, and related hardware. You will apply sheet metal best practices, generate flat patterns, and ensure proper tolerances for manufacturing.

You will digitize legacy drawings, support cost improvements, assist with BOMs, and prepare DXF, DWG, STEP, and PDF files for quotes and shop-floor use, while collaborating with production

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a 2- or 4-year program in Mechanical Engineering, CAD/Drafting, Manufacturing Technology, or related field.
• Basic familiarity with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Previous sheet metal drafting or manufacturing experience preferred but not required; training will be provided.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in technical documentation.
• Strong spatial reasoning and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain accurate 3D models and detailed 2D drawings in SolidWorks for sheet metal parts, assemblies, and hardware.
• Apply SolidWorks sheet metal best practices, including flat patterns and bend tables.
• Document dimensions, GD&T, material specs, finishes, welds, and assembly instructions.
• Update legacy drawings, PDFs, and sketches into native SolidWorks files as part of digitization.
• Collaborate with production to revise drawings for manufacturability and cost reduction.
• Assist with generating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Export and prepare files in DXF, DWG, STEP, and PDF for quotes and shop-floor use.
• Participate in design reviews and cross-functional meetings to translate drawings into manufacturing operations.
• Develop drawing templates and standard notes aligned with ISO quality practices.
• Maintain organized electronic file structure within ERP system.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Strong communication

Education

Two- or four-year program in Mechanical Eng. / CAD or Manufacturing Tech

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Accurate Personnel LLC in Chicago, IL seeks a detail-oriented CAD technician to create and maintain 3D SolidWorks models and 2D drawings for sheet metal parts, assemblies, and related hardware. You will apply sheet metal best practices, generate flat patterns, and ensure proper tolerances for manufacturing.

You will digitize legacy drawings, support cost improvements, assist with BOMs, and prepare DXF, DWG, STEP, and PDF files for quotes and shop-floor use, while collaborating with production