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Sr CAD Operator

Newnan, GA ยท On-site

$17.50 - $24.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Senior CAD Operator is part of the Sales & Marketing Team, supporting Bonnell in serving existing customers, acquiring new business, and meeting group Key Result Areas. This position requires ...

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Sr CAD Operator

Newnan, GA

$17.50 - $24.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Senior CAD Operator is part of the Sales & Marketing Team, supporting Bonnell in serving existing customers, acquiring new business, and meeting group Key Result Areas. This position requires ...

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Cad Operator III

Panama City, FL ยท On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Job Title Cad Operator III Education Bachelor's Degree Location Panama City - Panama City, FL US (Primary) Career Level Experienced (Non-Manager) Category Engineering Salary Grade Job Type Full-time ...

CAD Operator

Arlington, VA ยท On-site

$22.25 - $30.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

M&J is seeking a CAD Operator to provide drafting, design, and technical drawing support for WMATA's engineering and construction projects under the task order. Responsibilities * Create and update ...

CAD Operator

Orlando, FL ยท On-site

$18.25 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL Sciens Building Solutions seeks a CAD Operator responsible for the drafting of low voltage systems as designed by others. This position is responsible for layout and ...

CAD Operator

Cincinnati, OH ยท On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

CAD Operator Summary: Operate CAD system to produce and maintain drawings and models for manufacturing projects. Support engineers in all disciplines through a variety of tasks including proposal ...

Civil CAD Operator

Cranberry Township, PA ยท On-site

$19 - $26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

GAI Consultants, Inc. is looking for a Civil Cad Operator for support of civil engineering projects. This position requires working in a team-based environment with engineering and other technical ...

CAD Operator/Designer

Amelia, LA ยท On-site

$23.25 - $32/hr

Job Title: CAD Operator/Designer Location: Morgan City, LA Job Overview: The CAD Operator/Designer ensures that the design product and engineering deliverables conform to engineering design and ...

CAD Operator/Designer

Amelia, LA

$23.25 - $32/hr

Job Title: CAD Operator/Designer Location: Morgan City, LA Job Overview: The CAD Operator/Designer ensures that the design product and engineering deliverables conform to engineering design and ...

Drafter/CAD Operator II

San Diego, CA ยท On-site +1

$26.92 - $29.33/hr

Drafter/CAD Operator II ID: 1164 Location: San Diego, CA Description Gnostech, LLC is seeking an experienced Drafter/CAD Operator II to support the Navy and Marine Corps (NAVWAR/NIWC Pacific ...

CAD Operator/Designer

Amelia, LA

$23.25 - $32/hr

Job Title: CAD Operator/Designer Location: Morgan City, LA Job Overview: The CAD Operator/Designer ensures that the design product and engineering deliverables conform to engineering design and ...

Senior Cad Operator

Raleigh, NC ยท On-site

$19 - $26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Trains subordinate CAD Operators and helps establish drafting standards for the company. * Purchases or recommends purchase of all needed hardware and supplies. * Acts as initial contact with clients ...

CAD Operator/Designer

Amelia, LA ยท On-site

$23.25 - $32/hr

Job Title: CAD Operator/Designer Location: Morgan City, LA Job Overview: The CAD Operator/Designer ensures that the design product and engineering deliverables conform to engineering design and ...

Senior Cad Operator

Raleigh, NC ยท On-site

$19 - $26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Trains subordinate CAD Operators and helps establish drafting standards for the company. * Purchases or recommends purchase of all needed hardware and supplies. * Acts as initial contact with clients ...

Senior Cad Operator

Raleigh, NC

$19 - $26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Trains subordinate CAD Operators and helps establish drafting standards for the company. * Purchases or recommends purchase of all needed hardware and supplies. * Acts as initial contact with clients ...

Sr CAD Operator

Clearfield, UT

$18.25 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Sr CAD Operator plays a critical role in the brand's success, and because the responsibilities of this position can vary widely, the ideal candidate must be adaptable, collaborative, and ...

Senior Cad Operator

Raleigh, NC ยท On-site

$19 - $26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Trains subordinate CAD Operators and helps establish drafting standards for the company. * Purchases or recommends purchase of all needed hardware and supplies. * Acts as initial contact with clients ...

Sr CAD Operator

Clearfield, UT ยท On-site

$18.25 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Sr CAD Operator plays a critical role in the brand's success, and because the responsibilities of this position can vary widely, the ideal candidate must be adaptable, collaborative, and ...

CAD Operator

Orlando, FL ยท On-site

$18.25 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The CAD Operator applies engineering principles to every set of drawings to meet the customers' requirements; ensures the system drawings are laid out inaccordancewith the project specifications and ...

CAD Operator (SolidWorks Experience Required) Guntown, MS Join our team! HM Richards is a financially stable, 29-year-old upholstery and furniture manufacturing company focused on expansion. Our ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance cad operator in the United States is $22.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Freelance CAD Operator is a self-employed professional who creates technical drawings and designs using computer-aided design (CAD) software. They work with engineers, architects, or manufacturers to draft 2D and 3D models for various projects, such as construction plans, mechanical components, or product designs. Freelancers typically work on a project-by-project basis, offering flexibility in terms of clients and workload. Responsibilities may include modifying existing designs, ensuring accuracy in specifications, and collaborating with clients to meet project requirements.

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To thrive as a Freelance CAD Operator, you need strong proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, technical drawing skills, and a solid understanding of industry-specific standards such as architectural or engineering drafting. Familiarity with programs like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit, and possibly certifications such as Autodesk Certified Professional, are highly valued. Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities set standout freelancers apart. These capabilities are crucial for delivering accurate designs, meeting client deadlines, and successfully collaborating with various stakeholders on diverse projects.

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Freelance CAD Operators often encounter challenges such as unclear project specifications, tight deadlines, and balancing multiple clients simultaneously. Effective communication with clients from the outset can help clarify project expectations and reduce costly revisions. Leveraging project management tools and setting clear milestones can aid in managing workload and ensuring on-time delivery. Continuous learning and staying updated on new CAD technologies also help freelancers remain competitive in the rapidly evolving design industry.

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Sr CAD Operator

Bonnell Aluminum

Newnan, GA โ€ข On-site

$17.50 - $24.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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The Senior CAD Operator is part of the Sales & Marketing Team, supporting Bonnell in serving existing customers, acquiring new business, and meeting group Key Result Areas. This position requires onsite presence. The primary responsibilities include designing and processing approval prints, providing support to Customer Account Representatives on die data, and coordinating with manufacturing to implement changes in product design as needed. The primary software used is AutoCAD for creating 2D drawings, with occasional use of Inventor and/or SolidWorks to extract 2D data from 3D models. The Senior CAD Operator also assists with quoting and follow-up communications with customers, acting as a resource to the Sales & Marketing Team.
What You'll Be Responsible For:
  • Create extrusion die drawings for customer approval.
  • Re-engineer products with customer feedback for enhanced reliability and consistency in extrusions.
  • Confirm receipt of approval prints with the customer.
  • Create initial drawings for quotation.
  • Modify existing customer drawings.
  • Use calipers, micrometers, and other equipment to create drawings from samples.
  • Interpret manufacturing needs and concerns and discussing with the customer.
  • Produce drawing for prospect quotations.
  • Performs other duties as required.

What You'll Need To Have:
  • CAD/Drafting Diploma, Training and/or Certification or equivalent industry experience
  • Knowledge of mechanical drafting and principles
  • 3+ years Auto-CAD/ drawing experience
  • Excellent analytical problem-solving skills
  • Results-oriented and customer-focused
  • Motivated self-starter who can manage multiple tasks with minimum supervision.

It Would Be Great If You Have:
  • Aluminum extrusion experience
  • 5+ years AutoCAD experience
  • Inventor/SolidWorks experience

Compensation:
Based on experience
Employee Benefits:
  • Paid Vacation
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Life Insurance, 401k
  • Tuition Reimbursement