Computer Aided Design Intern Jobs in Schenectady, NY

About NECI
NECI is an Emerson Impact Partner and provider of industrial automation and digital transformation solutions and services. We solve process, automation, and data integration challenges in therapeutics, energy, and manufacturing with a broad portfolio of product, project, and service capabilities. Our experienced team has a deep knowledge of people, process and systems and relentlessly seeks to drive the outcomes that empower our partners to advance the world. Join in our mission!

The Role

NECI is seeking a CAD Technician to provide drafting and engineering support for customer projects, internal design efforts, and technical documentation. This role is responsible for creating and maintaining accurate drawings and document packages that support quotation development, project execution, manufacturing, and customer deliverables.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working across multiple project types, and able to support engineering teams with high-quality CAD deliverables, document control, and drawing review.

What Youll Do

Drafting and Design Support

• Create and revise drawings to support customer requirements, internal assembly needs, and proposal development
• Support engineering and project teams with drafting updates throughout the project lifecycle
• Help maintain drawing accuracy, consistency, and compliance with internal standards

Engineering Documentation and Review

• Review internal designs for fit, interference, constructability, and bill of material alignment
• Review third-party and vendor drawings for accuracy and conformance to project requirements
• Support the development and maintenance of parts lists, BOMs, and related technical documentation
• Assist with technical drawing revisions and coordination between engineering, fabrication, and project teams

Customer Document Submittals

• Create, organize, and maintain customer-facing drawing packages and document submittals
• Support the preparation of quality packages, spare parts documentation, vendor documentation, and other required deliverables
• Track revisions and ensure document packages are complete, accurate, and submitted on time

Project and Team Support

• Provide drafting support for active projects, proposals, and internal initiatives
• Communicate project status, drawing issues, and documentation needs to engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous improvement of drafting standards, templates, and documentation workflows
• Support overall team goals and collaborate across departments to deliver quality outcomes

What Youll Bring

• Experience with CAD drafting in an industrial, manufacturing, controls, or engineering environment
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks, EPLAN, or similar platforms
• Ability to interpret and produce technical drawings, including panel layouts, wiring diagrams, loop sheets, and P&IDs
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to document accuracy
• Familiarity with BOMs, drawing revision practices, and document control processes
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical training, or equivalent hands-on experience in drafting, design technology, or a related field
• Experience supporting instrumentation, controls, panel fabrication, or process automation projects
• Familiarity with customer submittal requirements and vendor documentation packages

Quality, Safety, and Professional Development

• Actively participate in NECIs quality management system and continuous improvement efforts
• Follow company safety policies and procedures and help identify opportunities to improve workplace safety
• Participate in training, professional development, and departmental learning activities to build technical capability
• Support corrective and preventive actions, cross-functional problem solving, and company quality initiatives as needed

Success in This Role

Success in this role means producing accurate, timely, and well-organized technical drawings and document packages that help NECI deliver strong project outcomes, support customers effectively, and maintain high standards for quality and safety.

Benefits

• Competitive Medical, Dental & Vison Insurance
• Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts
• Unlimited Vacation Time Policy
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 12 Paid Weeks Birthing Parent Leave
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Paid STD, LTD, and Life Insurance

Compensation: This position offers a base salary range of $60,000 to $70,000, based on experience and qualifications. The role is also eligible for a variable compensation plan.

The posted salary range represents a good faith estimate of the expected compensation for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and business needs.

On-Site Requirements

This position requires a full on-site presence 5 days per week.

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Please Note: Stellix and its affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.