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Entrylevel Computer Aided Design Drafter Jobs in Charleston, SC

SAIC

Entry Level CAD Assistant

Hanahan, SC · On-site

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking an Entry Level CAD Laborer to support the US Navy in ... The CAD Drafter will be an integral part of the team creating/updating Technical Data Packages ...

SAIC

Entry Level CAD Assistant

Hanahan, SC · On-site

Description SAIC is seeking an Entry Level CAD Laborer to support the US Navy in Hanahan, SC . The ... The CAD Drafter will be an integral part of the team creating/updating Technical Data Packages ...

SAIC

CAD Drafter I

North Charleston, SC · On-site

$21.50 - $28.75/hr

The CAD Drafter will be an integral part of the team creating/updating Technical Data Packages; being familiar with ASME standards, Technical Data Packages, and military drawing standards desired.

SAIC

CAD Drafter I

North Charleston, SC · On-site

$21.50 - $28.75/hr

The CAD Drafter will be an integral part of the team creating/updating Technical Data Packages; being familiar with ASME standards, Technical Data Packages, and military drawing standards desired.

Accura Engineering

SUE CAD Technician

Charleston, SC · On-site

SUE CAD Technician Work Location: Atlanta, GA Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview Position Overview: Accura is seeking a skilled SUE CAD Technician to join our ...

Carolina Cushions Inc

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Engineer-CAD Programmer/Operator

Summerville, SC · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Must have experience in Auto Cad or ability to learn and a basic understanding of maintaining a data base. * Knowledge in CNC * Intermediate level for computer skills * Dependable * Require little ...

Carolina Cushions Inc

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Engineer-CAD Programmer/Operator

Summerville, SC · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Must have experience in Auto Cad or ability to learn and a basic understanding of maintaining a data base. * Knowledge in CNC * Intermediate level for computer skills * Dependable * Require little ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for entrylevel computer aided design drafter in Charleston, SC is $25.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.81 and $28.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entrylevel Computer Aided Design Drafter vs Entrylevel Civil Engineering Technician?

AspectEntrylevel Computer Aided Design DrafterEntrylevel Civil Engineering Technician
CredentialsAssociate degree or technical certificate in drafting or CADAssociate degree in civil engineering technology or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, architectural firms, engineering companiesConstruction sites, engineering firms, government agencies
Job FocusCreating technical drawings and plans using CAD softwareAssisting in civil engineering projects, surveying, and site analysis

While both roles support engineering projects, the Entrylevel Computer Aided Design Drafter primarily focuses on producing detailed CAD drawings, whereas the Entrylevel Civil Engineering Technician assists with fieldwork and project support in civil engineering environments. The CAD drafter emphasizes design skills, while the technician emphasizes practical engineering support.

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Entry Level CAD Assistant

SAIC

Hanahan, SC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

SAIC rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 80 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

80th of 226 rated it services

Job description

Job ID: 2614898

Location: Hanahan, SC, US

Date Posted: 2026-07-24

Category: Wage Determination (SCA)

Subcategory: Service Contract Act

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE


Description

SAIC is seeking an Entry Level CAD Laborer to support the US Navy in Hanahan, SC. The ideal candidates will be responsible for providing design and drafting support to complete large complex assembly models and drawings. 

The CAD Drafter will be an integral part of the team creating/updating Technical Data Packages; being familiar with ASME standards, Technical Data Packages, and military drawing standards desired. The Drafter / CAD Operator will coordinate frequently with the drafting team lead for current assignments, as well as coordinating with the project engineer, to meet the customer demands. The candidate will be required to occasionally travel, locally, to the customer's facility where the vehicles are located to work with the engineers and technicians to develop prototype mounting solutions. Efforts will be focused toward GFE and custom fabrication integration for military C4ISR systems.

Job Duties: (include but are not limited to)

  • Provide drafting support to complete large complex parts, assemblies, and 2D drawings. Efforts will be focused toward GFE and custom metalwork/fabrication integration for military C4I systems
  • Drafting and documentation of equipment racks, equipment mounting kits, and equipment subassemblies
  • Create detailed drawings/designs using SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD software and AutoCAD 2D for Technical Data Packages (TDP)
  • Create/modify solid models and assemblies and maintain configuration management of engineering drawings
  • Must be able to understand and create drawings based on the Engineering Drawing Standards Guide (EDSG) as well as MIL-STD-31000
  • Under general supervision, performs a variety of moderately complex tasks and uses tools to include calipers, gage tools, tape measures and other mechanical devices to aid in design, development, verification, and validation of the prototype fabrications
  • Candidate will be utilizing an advanced Configuration Management (CM) tool called “Windchill PDMLink” by PTC for storage and workflows of tasking to maintain CM

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance. Active DoD clearance accepted

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