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Computer Aided Design Apprentice Jobs in Troy, MI

CAD Designer - 3Dx

Troy, MI · On-site

$25.25 - $35/hr

Our client in Dearborn, MI is looking for a CAD Designer 3Dx. This is a contract position. What You Will Do: * Retrieve customer supplied data as starting point * Interface with other suppliers ...

CAD Designer - 3Dx

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$24.75 - $34.25/hr

Our client in Dearborn, MI is looking for a CAD Designer 3Dx. This is a contract position. What You Will Do: * Retrieve customer supplied data as starting point * Interface with other suppliers ...

Civil CAD Drafter

Novi, MI

$21 - $28.50/hr

Civil CAD Drafter Type: Direct Pay: Based on Experience (DOE) Position Overview We are seeking a Civil CAD Drafter to join a growing engineering team supporting utility and civil infrastructure ...

School to Work - CAD Designer

Troy, MI

$25.50 - $35.25/hr

Develop accurate 3D CAD models and detailed 2D drawings (using Creo Parametric) to support the design and production release of commercial vehicle components and systems. * Support the implementation ...

School to Work - CAD Designer

Troy, MI · On-site

$25.75 - $35.50/hr

Develop accurate 3D CAD models and detailed 2D drawings (using Creo Parametric) to support the design and production release of commercial vehicle components and systems. * Support the implementation ...

School to Work - CAD Designer

Troy, MI · On-site

$25.75 - $35.50/hr

Develop accurate 3D CAD models and detailed 2D drawings (using Creo Parametric) to support the design and production release of commercial vehicle components and systems. * Support the implementation ...

School to Work - CAD Designer

Troy, MI

$25.75 - $35.50/hr

Develop accurate 3D CAD models and detailed 2D drawings (using Creo Parametric) to support the design and production release of commercial vehicle components and systems. * Support the implementation ...

School to Work - CAD Designer

Troy, MI · On-site

$25.75 - $35.50/hr

Develop accurate 3D CAD models and detailed 2D drawings (using Creo Parametric) to support the design and production release of commercial vehicle components and systems. * Support the implementation ...

School to Work - CAD Designer

Troy, MI · On-site

$25.50 - $35.25/hr

Develop accurate 3D CAD models and detailed 2D drawings (using Creo Parametric) to support the design and production release of commercial vehicle components and systems. * Support the implementation ...

Civil CAD Drafter

Northville, MI · On-site

$21.50 - $28.75/hr

Position Overview We are seeking a Civil CAD Drafter to join a growing engineering team supporting utility and civil infrastructure projects throughout the Midwest. This role is ideal for an ...

As an Early Career CAD Specialist in the Building Materials Group, you will create repair/restoration drawings that address issues in façades, roofs, and structural systems. Your work supports ...

School to Work - CAD Designer-Troy,Michigan

Novi, MI · On-site

$25.25 - $35/hr

Develop accurate 3D CAD models and detailed 2D drawings (using Creo Parametric) to support the design and production release of commercial vehicle components and systems. * Support the implementation ...

Prepare CAD drawings based on customer and/or sales specifications and project estimates; determine scale and perform mathematical calculations. * Specify material, hardware, electrical/lighting ...

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How much do computer aided design apprentice jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for computer aided design apprentice in Troy, MI is $20.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.39 and $22.79 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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Infographic showing various Computer Aided Design Apprentice job openings in Troy, MI as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $43,414 per year, or $20.9 per hour.
CAD Designer - 3Dx

$25.25 - $35/hr

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Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data

CAD Designer - 3Dx

Job Summary:

Our client in Dearborn, MI is looking for a CAD Designer 3Dx. This is a contract position.

What You Will Do:

  • Retrieve customer supplied data as starting point
  • Interface with other suppliers, exchanging relevant background data
  • Manage data conversions from other CAD packages
  • Idea generation/brainstorming - new designs & TVM
  • Competitive Analysis (benchmarking existing products with similar requirements)
  • Design studies (in CAD) to facilitate packaging, manufacturing process, assembly issues, etc.
  • Maintain project log file that chronicles design changes
  • Prepare relevant data to support customer design reviews
  • Prepare detail drawings
  • Assist design and release engineers in support of component part release
  • Fully onsite position

What You Will Need:

Basics:

  • Minimum 3 years design experience using 3Dx & CATIA
  • Ability to work on both Solid & Surface creation, as well as complete clearance studies.
  • 3Dx Experience with the following
  • Product Structure Editor
  • 3D Compose
  • Change Execution / Change Actions
  • 3 years minimum experience as a Designer in Chassis (Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Frame, Brakes and Tires)
  • MS Application knowledge, Excel, Word, Outlook etc..
  •  Excellent written and verbal communication.

How You Will Be Successful:

  • Envision the Future
  • Communicate Honestly and Broadly
  • Seek Technology and Business "First"
  • Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Comprehensive Benefit Package
  • 401(k) with matching contributions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Discounts
  • Free training on all Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer's toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today's problems into tomorrow's opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit altair.com

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At our core we are explorers; adventures; pioneers. We are the brains behind some of the world's most revolutionary innovations and are not only comfortable in new and unchartered waters, we dive headfirst. We are the original trailblazers that make the impossible possible, discovering new solutions to our customer's toughest challenges.

Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair's history demonstrations a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.