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Computer Aided Design Apprentice Jobs in McKinney, TX

Dashiell

CAD Technician II

Dallas, TX · On-site

Primary Function The Electrical CAD Technician ll prepares electrical substation design drawings under general supervision, applying a minimum of one year of drafting experience to support Dashiell ...

LJB, Inc.

Civil Engineering CAD Designer

Richardson, TX · On-site

$20 - $36/hr

The CAD Designer is responsible for preparing and drafting accurate, high-quality CAD deliverables. This is an office-based position requiring a foundation in plan and graphics production, combined ...

Honeywell International, Inc.

CAD Designer II

Richardson, TX · On-site

$24.25 - $33.50/hr

As a CAD Designer II here at Honeywell, you will play a crucial role in creating detailed and accurate CAD models and drawings that support the design and manufacturing of aerospace products. Your ...

L3Harris Technologies

CAD Designer-C

Richardson, TX · On-site

$20.50 - $27.50/hr

Job Title: CAD Designer C Job Number: 39843 Job Location: Plano/Richardson TX Job Schedule: 9/80 -Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off ...

L3Harris Technologies

CAD Designer-C

Plano, TX · On-site

$21.50 - $29/hr

Job Title: CAD Designer C Job Number: 39843 Job Location: Plano/Richardson TX Job Schedule: 9/80 -Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off ...

L3 Harris

CAD Designer-C

Plano, TX · On-site

$21.50 - $29/hr

Job Title: CAD Designer C Job Number: 39843 Job Location: Plano/Richardson TX Job Schedule: 9/80 - Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off ...

Volkert Inc

CAD Technician

Mckinney, TX · On-site

We are currently searching for a Junior level and Senior level CAD Technician to support our Southwest Region located in Austin, Houston, McKinney, Rockwall, Round Rock, San Antonio, or Tyler, TX . ...

Structural Technologies

CAD Designer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$28/hr

As a CAD Technician, you will be accountable for preparing complex drawings of structures and equipment systems. This role can be seated at any of our current branch locations which includes the ...

L3 Harris

CAD Designer-C

Plano, TX

$21.50 - $29/hr

Job Title: CAD Designer C Job Number: 39843 Job Location: Plano/Richardson TX Job Schedule: 9/80 - Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off ...

Structural

CAD Designer

Dallas, TX

$28/hr

As a CAD Technician, you will be accountable for preparing complex drawings of structures and equipment systems. This role can be seated at any of our current branch locations which includes the ...

HFW Companies

CAD Designer - Civil 3D Required

Coppell, TX · On-site

$25 - $34.75/hr

The CAD Designer will be responsible for creating precise technical drawings, 2D and 3D models, and construction documents to support a wide range of projects. Working closely with engineers, project ...

HDR

Bridge CAD/BIM Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

In the role of Bridge CAD/BIM Specialist, we'll count on you to: * Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and sketches for conventional concrete and steel bridges, retaining walls, and miscellaneous ...

HDR

Bridge CAD/BIM Specialist

Dallas, TX

In the role of Bridge CAD/BIM Specialist, we'll count on you to: * Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and sketches for conventional concrete and steel bridges, retaining walls, and miscellaneous ...

Sinacola

CAD Technician - Heavy Civil

Dallas, TX · On-site

The CAD Technician will perform a variety of duties related to the review and analysis of field and construction plan data, 3D surface modeling, plan quantity verifications as well as other survey ...

Sinacola

CAD Technician - Heavy Civil

Dallas, TX

The CAD Technician will perform a variety of duties related to the review and analysis of field and construction plan data, 3D surface modeling, plan quantity verifications as well as other survey ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for computer aided design apprentice in McKinney, TX is $20.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.06 and $22.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Computer Aided Design Apprentice vs CAD Technician?

AspectComputer Aided Design ApprenticeCAD Technician
CredentialsTypically enrolled in or recently completed relevant training or certification programsOften holds a diploma or associate degree in CAD, drafting, or related fields
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, supervised training environment, often in educational or internship settingsProfessional office setting, working on real projects under supervision or independently
Industry UsageUsed as a training role to develop skills for future CAD careersEstablished role in architecture, engineering, and manufacturing firms

The main difference between a Computer Aided Design Apprentice and a CAD Technician is experience and responsibility. Apprentices are in training, gaining foundational skills, while CAD Technicians are experienced professionals working on actual projects. Apprentices often work under supervision, whereas CAD Technicians operate more independently, contributing directly to project deliverables.

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CAD Technician II

Dashiell

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

Dashiell rating

9.8

Company rating: 9.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 446 rated engineering

Job description

Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable and energy industries. These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large scale complex projects; Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that specializes in medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure. More information about Dashiell can be found at www.dashiell.com.
Primary Function
The Electrical CAD Technician ll prepares electrical substation design drawings under general supervision, applying a minimum of one year of drafting experience to support Dashiell's substation engineering projects. Assignments are lightly supervised and are designed to strengthen the employee's understanding of drafting techniques, corporate/client standards, and procedures. This added knowledge and capabilities will be leveraged in some of the training of new members. The position will be based in our Dallas, Texas office located at 1301 Solana Blvd Bldg 2 STE 2500 Westlake, TX 76262 and will report to Dashiell's Design Supervisor.
Duties & Responsibilities
Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:
  • Prepare substation design drawings including general arrangement plans, equipment layout plans, and electrical plan and section drawings.
  • Draft substation single-line diagrams and three-line diagrams from engineer-provided sketches and direction.
  • Develop grounding plans, conduit plans, and lighting plans from engineer guidance.
  • Produce equipment schedules, bill of materials, and drawing indexes.
  • Apply ANSI/IEEE, NESC, and client-specific drafting standards to drawing production.
  • Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and other CAD Technicians on drawing requirements.
  • Maintain and organize drawing files per company document control procedures.
  • Revise existing drawings to incorporate design changes and client comments.
  • Perform quality checks on own drawings prior to submission.
  • Backcheck peer's CAD drawings for quality control check.
  • Take personal responsibility for the quality of his/her work
  • Bring potential project related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party
  • Learn and apply the corporate/client standards of drafting and engineering practices
  • Assist in the training and mentoring of team members, especially entry level CAD Technicians
  • Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience
Associate degree in drafting & design is required. A certificate in CAD drafting & design with relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an associate degree.
Possess skills in the following areas:
  • Associate's degree in CAD Technology, Drafting & Design, or comparable field is required; two years of equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of this educational requirement.
  • Minimum 1 year of drafting experience
  • Experience with AutoCAD 2010 or newer is required
  • Experience utilizing MicroStation, Inventor, Revit, or 3D CADD is preferred
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Ability to accept directions/corrections when provided with constructive feedback

Physical Requirements:
  • This position requires minimal physical effort.
  • Must be able to endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a minimum of 8 hours a day
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work indoors, with occasional outdoor exposure to year around weather conditions and noise.
  • Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%)
  • Working extended hours, including weekends, may be required periodically.
  • May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined per Company policy.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.

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