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Cad Design Intern Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

About The Work * CAD Infrastructure Management * Maintenance - Server upgrades, patches * Creation and maintenance of user accounts * License management - monitoring and maintaining the appropriate ...

Responsibilities: CAD Engineer: * Develop CAD/CAM models using Revit files and construction documents. * Produce shop drawings, material takeoffs, bills of materials (BOMs), cut lists, and ...

* Electrical CAD Design โ€ข Create and maintain electrical models, wiring diagrams, schematics, and panel layouts using project-approved CAD software. โ€ข CAD software may include AutoCAD Electrical ...

Cad Engineer

Oxnard, CA ยท On-site

Description TFX is looking for a highly skilled CAD designer/engineer to join our team. This role is for someone who is truly strong in CAD-not just basic part modeling, but advanced surface modeling ...

Cad Engineer

Oxnard, CA ยท On-site

$90K/yr

TFX is looking for a highly skilled CAD designer/engineer to join our team. This role is for someone who is truly strong in CAD--not just basic part modeling, but advanced surface modeling, complex ...

Job Summary: CAD Engineer: We are seeking an experienced CAD Engineer to model structures and building components for Plant projects utilizing our next-generation Plant Building System (PBS ...

CAD Engineer

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$110K - $250K/yr

Development of in-house CAD tools for analog design, analog layout, database management, digital frontend and backend, SoC sign-off * Automation in design and verification flow using languages such ...

CAD Engineer

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$110K - $250K/yr

Development of in-house CAD tools for analog design, analog layout, database management, digital frontend and backend, SoC sign-off * Automation in design and verification flow using languages such ...

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Electrical CAD Designer

Berkeley, CA ยท On-site

$70 - $73/hr

About the Role We're seeking an experienced Electrical CAD Designer to support a major upgrade project at a large-scale scientific research facility. In this role, you'll develop detailed electrical ...

NX CAD Modeler

Cupertino, CA ยท On-site

$52 - $67/hr

A globally leading consumer device company headquartered in Cupertino, CA is seeking a highly motivated NX CAD Modeler with expertise in NXopen (.net/python) to join their Battery Modeling Team. In ...

Electrical CAD Designer

Berkeley, CA ยท On-site

$70 - $73/hr

About the Role We're seeking an experienced Electrical CAD Designer to support a major upgrade project at a large-scale scientific research facility. In this role, you'll develop detailed electrical ...

Electrical CAD Designer

Berkeley, CA ยท On-site

$70 - $73/hr

About the Role We're seeking an experienced Electrical CAD Designer to support a major upgrade project at a large-scale scientific research facility. In this role, you'll develop detailed electrical ...

CAD Designer

Fresno, CA

$26.75 - $37/hr

Purpose The CAD Designer role creates accurate erection drawings that visually represent EFCO forming systems for use in sales, manufacturing, and field operations. This role also supports project ...

CAD Engineer As an Astranis CAD Engineer you will design, develop, configure, and maintain spacecraft components and assemblies like bracketry, harnesses, propulsion manifolds, and waveguides. You ...

CAD Drafter

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$22.75 - $30.75/hr

The Drafter will create, modify, and maintain technical drawings and specifications using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software to support Department of Defense (DoD), Commander Navy Installations ...

As a CAD Designer, you will prepare layout drawings and schematic diagrams of temporary works plans under the direction of the Construction Engineering Group. Your role will be crucial in ...

CAD Drafter

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$22.75 - $30.75/hr

The Drafter will create, modify, and maintain technical drawings and specifications using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software to support Department of Defense (DoD), Commander Navy Installations ...

CAD Drafter

Ontario, CA ยท On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Prepare technical CAD drawings for assigned projects. Job Responsibilities * Creating Technical Drawings: Drafting precise technical drawings, plans, and diagrams using CAD software based on ...

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How much do cad design intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for cad design intern in California is $19.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $21.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a CAD Design Intern do?

A CAD Design Intern assists engineering and design teams by creating and modifying technical drawings and 3D models using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. They typically work under the supervision of experienced designers or engineers, helping to develop and update blueprints, schematics, and other project documents. This role provides hands-on experience with industry-standard CAD tools, exposure to design standards, and insight into the product development process. It is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates to gain practical skills and build their portfolios.

What types of projects and responsibilities can I expect as a CAD Design Intern?

As a CAD Design Intern, you will typically assist with creating and modifying technical drawings, 3D models, and blueprints under the supervision of experienced engineers or designers. Your daily tasks may include updating existing designs, preparing documentation, collaborating with project teams, and participating in design reviews. You may also be involved in prototyping, running simulations, and ensuring that all designs comply with company and industry standards. This hands-on experience offers great opportunities to learn industry software, develop technical skills, and understand real-world design processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CAD Design Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CAD Design Intern, you need a basic understanding of engineering or architectural principles, strong spatial reasoning, and typically be pursuing or holding a relevant degree. Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit, and sometimes knowledge of 3D modeling or drafting certifications, is expected. Attention to detail, willingness to learn, and effective communication help an intern collaborate and grow in a professional environment. These skills are crucial for accurately translating concepts into technical drawings and for contributing effectively to design projects.

What is the difference between Cad Design Intern vs CAD Designer?

AspectCad Design InternCAD Designer
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recently completed relevant educationUsually holds a degree or certification in CAD or related field
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often part-time or temporaryFull-time professional role in engineering, architecture, or manufacturing
ResponsibilitiesAssisting with design tasks, learning software, supporting senior staffCreating detailed CAD drawings, modifying designs, ensuring accuracy
Industry UsageCommon in architecture, engineering, manufacturing firmsStandard role across similar industries with more independence

The main difference between a Cad Design Intern and a CAD Designer is experience and responsibility level. Interns are in learning roles, supporting design teams, while CAD Designers are experienced professionals responsible for producing detailed and accurate CAD drawings independently.

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Infographic showing various Cad Design Intern job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,777 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

CAD Administrator

Agility Robotics

Fremont, CA โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Agility's commercially deployed humanoids operate alongside teams in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers—tackling physically demanding and repetitive tasks while enabling workers to focus on higher-value work. With industry-leading safety standards and years of proven deployment data, we're pioneering a new era of automation that enhances human potential.

About The Role

Agility is looking for a dedicated CAD Infrastructure Expert to own, manage, and optimize the organization's Creo, Windchill, and ECAD tools (Altium or equivalent) Key responsibilities include maintaining software servers, licenses, and user accounts, as well as driving, publishing, and enforcing standardized CAD modeling hygiene to ensure cross-team usability and accurate historical design records. Additionally, the role is accountable for continuous team coaching and onboarding, managing ECAD/Altium library integrations, maintaining standard Creo templates, and optimizing CAD data flow into ERP and manufacturing systems.

About The Work

  • CAD Infrastructure Management
    • Maintenance - Server upgrades, patches
    • Creation and maintenance of user accounts
    • License management - monitoring and maintaining the appropriate license quantity and mix for the team
  • Own the integration with ECAD
    • Maintain and improve integration with Altium or equivalent
    • Maintain library of parts for PCBAs and Harnesses
  • Windchill
    • Windchill PDM (lifecycle, data structures, multi-user environment)
    • PDM standards and best practices
    • Product structures (eBOM / mBOM alignment, options / variants)
    • Develop tools for progress and status reporting
    • Implement and maintain Change management processes (ECR/ECN)
  • Own the integration with ERP/Manufacturing
    • Provide the expertise necessary from the CAD perspective, settings, options, opportunities, limitations, to optimize the integration with ERP/Manufacturing, allowing for efficient data transfer and integrity
  • Continuous Creo/WC/Altium or equivalent ECAD coaching and training
    • Stay informed on the latest features and tools from PTC
    • Keep the team's CAD skills up to date
    • On-board and train new hires
  • CAD standards
    • Drive the development of CAD Standards, resulting in a database that is a maintainable, efficient, and reliable record of the design, owning the process and the outcome. This applies to both the in-work design and historical releases.
    • Socialize, train, and implement processes to enforce the standards
    • Own all templates in Creo
    • Create enterprise level templates for all CAD file types
    • Organize and maintain CAD libraries

About You

  • 10-15 years of hands-on experience with Creo/ Windchill, including practical ownership of vault structure, workflows, permissions, metadata, custom properties, revision management, release processes, and user support.
  • Deep expertise in Creo, including advanced parametric part and assembly modeling, large assemblies, top-down design, configurations, manufacturing drawings, and BOM workflows.
  • Experience defining and enforcing MCAD standards, modeling methodologies, templates, drawing practices, and release workflows in a production or manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to connect MCAD model structure, data architecture, automation logic, PLM/BOM requirements, and manufacturing deliverables into a reliable end-to-end process.
  • Strong understanding of design-to-manufacturing workflows, including release packages, manufacturing drawings, BOMs, CAD exports, and downstream production readiness.
  • Experience leading, mentoring, or technically directing CAD/MCAD engineers, designers, or engineering systems users.
  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to work across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and IT teams.
  • High learning agility and comfort absorbing complex legacy systems through structured knowledge transfer, then converting that knowledge into scalable standards, documentation, and team practices.
  • Authorization to work in the USA

Bonus Points

  • PTC certified Windchill Admin
  • PLM configuration, customization
  • management of ECAD and MCAD using tools like Altium CoDesigner or similar
  • Netsuite experience
  • 0-12 years of experience in CAD administration, PLM administration, engineering systems, product engineering, manufacturing engineering, or field/application engineering.
  • Experience supporting CAD and PLM systems in an engineering environment (Creo andr Windchill preferred).
  • Strong understanding of engineering documentation, design release processes, revision control, and document lifecycle management.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, designers, technicians, and manufacturing teams to gather technical information and resolve documentation issues.
  • Experience developing technical documentation such as SOPs, work instructions, templates, standards, or engineering guides.
  • Ability to train and support engineering teams on CAD, PLM, documentation, and release processes.
  • Knowledge of GD&T and ASME Y14 drafting standards.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving startup environment.
  • Proactive, process-oriented mindset with a passion for improving engineering workflows and documentation quality.

This a hybrid position based out of one of our Fremont, CA office.

The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Agility Robotics is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions who work in other locations. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Anticipated Base Salary Range
$159,000—$206,000 USD

In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of the following for full-time employees:

  • 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
  • Equity: Company stock options.
  • Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
  • Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
  • Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Time Off:
    • Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
    • Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
  • On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
  • Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
  • Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
  • Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
  • Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
  • Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.

All of our roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.

Agility Robotics is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits unlawful discriminatory practices, including harassment. Therefore, it is the policy of Agility Robotics to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Agility Robotics prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

Agility Robotics does not accept unsolicited referrals from third-party recruiting agencies. We prioritize direct applicants and encourage all qualified candidates to apply directly through our careers page. If you are represented by a third party, your application may not be considered. To ensure full consideration, please apply directly.