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Cad Associate Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

CAD Designer

Sedalia, MO · On-site

$24.75 - $34/hr

CAD Designer About PROENERGY PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The ... Associate degree in engineering related field * 3+ years' experience with the primary ...

CAD Designer

Sedalia, MO

$24.75 - $34/hr

CAD Designer About PROENERGY PROENERGY is an engineering, R amp;D, and manufacturing powerhouse ... Associate degree in engineering related field * 3+ years' experience with the primary ...

CAD Drafter

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

$25.00-30.00/hour 1st Shift Job Purpose Provide CAD Drafting Services for production of woodworking projects. Work with production and quality departments to provide drawings that will produce a ...

Associate degree or certificate in Drafting, CAD Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). * 2-4 years of drafting experience preferred , ideally within ...

CAD Operator

Riverside, MO

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

About the Role As a CAD Operator, you'll bring a blend of technical precision, creative problem-solving, and strong communication skills to a team that values meticulous work and forward-thinking ...

CAD Operator

Riverside, MO · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

About the Role As a CAD Operator, you'll bring a blend of technical precision, creative problem-solving, and strong communication skills to a team that values meticulous work and forward-thinking ...

Cochran's Union, Missouri headquarters location, is looking for a CAD Drafter/Designer to join our team. Position Overview Join our civil engineering team as a CAD Drafter/Designer, creating precise ...

Position Overview Join our civil engineering team as a CAD Drafter/Designer, creating precise technical drawings that bring infrastructure and site development projects to life. You'll collaborate ...

Position Overview Join our civil engineering team as a CAD Drafter/Designer, creating precise technical drawings that bring infrastructure and site development projects to life. You'll collaborate ...

Cad Designer

Saint Charles, MO · On-site

$25.50 - $35/hr

Associate's degree or technical certification in CAD Design, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field, or equivalent manufacturing plant experience. * At least 2 years of experience ...

CAD Designer

Saint Charles, MO · On-site

$25.50 - $35/hr

Associate's degree or technical certification in CAD Design, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field, or equivalent manufacturing plant experience. * At least 2 years of experience ...

The associate CAD technician role is an intermediate-level position that performs standard techniques and procedures and applies knowledge of established methods, practices, and programs to prepare ...

Cochran's Union, Missouri headquarters location, is looking for a CAD Drafter/Designer to join our team. Position Overview Join our civil engineering team as a CAD Drafter/Designer, creating precise ...

CAD Designer

Sedalia, MO · On-site

$24.75 - $34/hr

CAD Designer About PROENERGY PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The ... Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree. * 3+ years' experience with the primary ...

CAD Engineer

Maryland Heights, MO · On-site

$31.25 - $34/hr

Job Title: CAD Engineer The CAD Engineer will design and develop hydraulic equipment and steel framing solutions for applications in aerospace and construction. This role focuses on creating layouts ...

CAD Designer

Sedalia, MO

$24.75 - $34/hr

CAD Designer About PROENERGY PROENERGY is an engineering, R amp;D, and manufacturing powerhouse ... Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree. * 3+ years' experience with the primary ...

Associate degree or technical diploma in Drafting, CAD Technology, or a related field preferred, but not required. * Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit. * Strong understanding of construction ...

CAD Engineer

Maryland Heights, MO · On-site

$31.25 - $34/hr

Job Title: CAD Engineer The CAD Engineer will design and develop hydraulic equipment and steel framing solutions for applications in aerospace and construction. This role focuses on creating layouts ...

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Cad Associate information

What is the difference between Cad Associate vs CAD Technician?

AspectCad AssociateCAD Technician
Required CredentialsAssociate degree or equivalent, basic CAD trainingTechnical diploma or certification, CAD software proficiency
Work EnvironmentArchitectural, engineering, or construction firmsDesign firms, manufacturing, or engineering companies
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in architecture and engineering projectsUsed across various industries for drafting and design
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level CAD roles and responsibilitiesClarifying technical drafting duties and skills

Both Cad Associates and CAD Technicians work with CAD software, but Cad Associates often focus on supporting design teams with basic drafting, while CAD Technicians handle detailed technical drawings. The roles overlap in skills and work environments, but Cad Associates typically require less specialized experience. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right position for their skills and career goals.

Is a CAD associate degree worth it?

A CAD associate degree provides foundational skills in computer-aided design, which can improve job prospects and earning potential for CAD associates. It often includes training in industry-standard software like AutoCAD and Revit, and can lead to entry-level positions in engineering, architecture, or manufacturing. However, practical experience and certifications can also be valuable for career advancement in this field.

What are the most commonly searched types of Cad jobs in Missouri?

The most popular types of Cad jobs in Missouri are:

What cities in Missouri are hiring for Cad Associate jobs?

Cities in Missouri with the most Cad Associate job openings:

Infographic showing various Cad Associate job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

$24.75 - $34/hr

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Job description

CAD Designer
About PROENERGY
PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.
Our Footprint
PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers.
In Sedalia, Missouri, our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing-a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world-is growing by 40 percent.
In Houston, Texas, our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof.
In Kansas City, we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought-after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power.
And our worldwide service centers ensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.
Our Philosophy
We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated CAD Designer to join our team as an individual contributor. In this role, you will play a key part in improving shop drawings, manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality, and optimizing efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, troubleshoot production issues, and support the engineering team for the overall manufacturing goals of the company.
The role of CAD Designer will be to create and/or modify component and assembly design layouts; dimensional stacks; component, assembly and proposal drawings with minimal engineering direction and in accordance with customer requirements.
Reports To: Manager Design & Drafting
Work Location: 2001 Proenergy Blvd, Sedalia, MO 65301
Position Responsibilities
  • Designs products for ease of manufacturing with high reliability that are in compliance with customer and or specific code requirements.
  • Checks engineering design drawings, parts lists, and cut sheets for accuracy and thoroughness against shop drawings produced for manufacturing and notifies the Design Engineer or Engineering Manager of any non-conformance within the engineering system that identifies gaps in information required to complete task.
  • Ensures all information given is accurately replicated within the drawing set produced for shop and field fabrication and assembly.
  • Ensures all engineering change notices (ECRN(s)) and (NCR(s)) are processed efficiently, effectively, and consistently and that all booked orders for standard designs have complete documentation.
  • Attends design review and project kickoff meetings, as required.
  • Monitors and reports status of design assignments and ensures assigned work deadlines are met.
  • Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with other departments within ProEnergy as well as with potential suppliers.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by manager.

Required Qualifications
  • Trade School Diploma or Equivalent (5) years of work experience in a similar working capacity. Preferred: Associate degree in engineering related field
  • 3+ years' experience with the primary responsibilities inclusive of mechanical component and assembly drawings and the creation of bills of materials in a metal fabrication, structural fabrication, heavy industrial, power generation, or similar manufacturing environment
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in order to meet deadlines for long-and short-term objectives...
  • Experience using computer-aided drafting principles, geometric tolerancing fundamentals and familiarization, and use of established design standards to create mechanical designs for manufacturing.
  • Experience with Inventor 2022-2026 and AutoCAD 2D applications as needed to provide sufficient design output.
  • Experience using Microsoft Suite programs.
  • Technical competence including understanding software, hardware, networks, etc.
  • Proficient in the use of measuring tools and theory of measuring. Tape measure, Calipers, Micrometers, Levels. etc.
  • Proficient in math: geometry, trigonometry, basic business arithmetic.
  • US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
  • Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check

Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with CAD/CAM nesting/programming software, MES, ERP, PLM, or other manufacturing execution and production tracking systems.
  • Experience developing manufacturing processes for newly in-sourced products or transferring work from suppliers into internal production.
  • Experience with running preliminary stress analysis on parts and assemblies.
  • Hands-on experience with fixture design, shop tooling, weld fixtures, assembly aids, inspection gauges, lifting aids, or material handling tools.
  • Experience with FARO Laser Tracker (or similar device) and LiDAR equipment and software.
  • Familiarity with AWS D1.1, AISC, ASME, ANSI, OSHA, ISO, or other fabrication, structural, mechanical, and manufacturing standards.
  • Proficient in the use of a variety of general office equipment and skilled at typing at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
  • Knowledge of communication principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of principles of business letter writing and report preparation.
  • Knowledge of correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

It is PROENERGY's policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law