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Freese Nichols

CAD Designer

Frisco, TX · Hybrid

$25.25 - $34.75/hr

As a CAD Designer, you will support the design of linear utilities, pump stations, and treatment plants for water and wastewater infrastructure projects while collaborating with engineers and ...

SAI Group

CAD Designer

Salem, NH · On-site

$27 - $37.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The CAD Designer candidate will be part of a growing Architectural & Engineering team within the SAI Group, supporting a diverse portfolio of real estate projects such as Green Energy ...

SAI Group

CAD Designer

Salem, NH · On-site

$27 - $37.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The CAD Designer candidate will be part of a growing Architectural & Engineering team within the SAI Group, supporting a diverse portfolio of real estate projects such as Green Energy ...

Type One Energy

CAD Designer

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$25.75 - $35.50/hr

  • Retirement

We are looking for an experienced CAD Designer who will be responsible for CAD designs for our stellarator fusion technologies. The primary responsibility of the CAD Designer is to create computer ...

MillerKnoll

CAD Designer

Holland, MI · On-site

$25.75 - $35.50/hr

General Purpose The CAD Designer is responsible for creating, maintaining, and supporting CAD symbol graphics that represent the MillerKnoll product portfolio. These symbols enable architectural ...

Globaltech, Inc.

CAD Designer

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$25.50 - $35.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The CAD Designer will join a multidiscipline group of dedicated design-build professionals to round out our engineering service capabilities in the municipal water and wastewater facilities market.

Beehive Industries

CAD Designer

Loveland, OH · On-site

$25.75 - $35.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

Role Overview The CAD Designer will be responsible for creating and maintaining 3D CAD models, detailed engineering drawings, tooling designs, and manufacturing documentation in support of advanced ...

Alleguard

CAD Designer

Anderson, SC · On-site

$22.25 - $30.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Position: CAD Designer Travel: This position will require around 25% travel Job Summary The CAD Designer is a key member of the Alleguard technical/engineering team and is responsible for creating ...

Alleguard

CAD Designer

Grandville, MI · On-site

$24.25 - $33.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Position: CAD Designer Travel: This position will require around 25% travel Job Summary The CAD Designer is a key member of the Alleguard technical/engineering team and is responsible for creating ...

Alleguard

CAD Designer

Portland, TN · On-site

$24.50 - $33.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Position: CAD Designer Travel: This position will require around 25% travel Job Summary The CAD Designer is a key member of the Alleguard technical/engineering team and is responsible for creating ...

Freese and Nichols

CAD Designer

Frisco, TX · On-site

$25.25 - $34.75/hr

As a CAD Designer, you will support the design of linear utilities, pump stations, and treatment plants for water and wastewater infrastructure projects while collaborating with engineers and ...

RoviSys

CAD Designer

Holly Springs, NC · On-site

$50K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview CAD Designers will work with experienced engineers and will be put in a position to continuously develop skills and collaborate with other experienced RoviSys CAD Designers. Individual ...

RoviSys

CAD Designer

Holly Springs, NC · On-site

$50K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CAD Designers will work with experienced engineers and will be put in a position to continuously develop skills and collaborate with other experienced RoviSys CAD Designers. Individual ...

Alleguard

CAD Designer

Monticello, AR · On-site

$24.50 - $33.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Position: CAD Designer Travel: This position will require around 25% travel Job Summary The CAD Designer is a key member of the Alleguard technical/engineering team and is responsible for creating ...

Colonial Staffing Group

CAD Designer

York, PA · On-site

$26.50 - $36.75/hr

CAD Designer (2 spots) * Education: 2 years technical training, or equivalent experience. * At least 3 years CAD design experience . (Inventor but will consider SolidWorks, AutoCAD 3D and/or NX)

Inch & Co.

CAD Designer

Huntingdon, PA

$20.75 - $28.50/hr

Job Title: CAD Designer Location:Huntingdon, PA Schedule:Monday-Friday You're Role in the Blueprint DC Goodman is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled CAD Designer to join our industrial fabrication ...

Airswift

CAD Designer

Geismar, LA · On-site

$28.75 - $39.75/hr

CAD Designer Duration: 1 year initially (with possibility of extension / becoming permanent) Location: Geismar, LA or Ames, IA CAD Designer is a technical IC&E design role supporting brownfield ...

Inch & Co

CAD Designer

Huntingdon, PA · On-site

$20.75 - $28.50/hr

Job Title: CAD Designer Location:Huntingdon, PA Schedule:Monday-Friday You're Role in the Blueprint DC Goodman is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled CAD Designer to join our industrial fabrication ...

NEFAB PACKAGING INC

CAD Designer

Irving, TX

$35 - $50K/hr

We are now looking for an entry level CAD Designer to join our team at Plastiform in Irving, TX. Salary: $35 - $50k commensurate with experience. Do you want be part of global organization and ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior cad designer in the United States is $56,698.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $65,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects or tasks does a junior CAD designer typically work on?

As a Junior CAD Designer, you’ll usually assist in developing detailed technical drawings and 3D models under the direction of senior designers or engineers. Your daily tasks may include modifying existing designs, preparing layout and assembly drawings, and creating documentation for manufacturing or construction teams. Junior CAD Designers often collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other designers, which provides valuable exposure to various stages of the design process. This role is an excellent opportunity to build technical skills while contributing to real-world projects in fields such as architecture, engineering, or manufacturing.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the junior CAD designer position, and why are they important?

A Junior CAD Designer should possess strong spatial reasoning, attention to detail, and foundational knowledge of drafting and design principles, often supported by a degree or certification in engineering, architecture, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard CAD software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks, and an understanding of technical documentation are commonly required. Strong communication skills, adaptability, and a willingness to learn enable candidates to effectively collaborate with senior designers and cross-functional teams. These skills are essential for producing accurate designs, supporting project workflows, and growing within a competitive design environment.

What is a junior CAD designer?

A Junior CAD Designer is an entry-level professional who creates technical drawings and plans using computer-aided design (CAD) software. They typically assist engineers, architects, or senior designers in drafting layouts, diagrams, and blueprints for construction, manufacturing, or product development. Their responsibilities may include modifying designs, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining project documentation. Strong attention to detail, proficiency in CAD software, and basic knowledge of drafting standards are essential for this role.

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Infographic showing various Junior Cad Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,698 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

CAD Designer

Freese Nichols

Frisco, TX • Hybrid

$25.25 - $34.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Freese and Nichols is seeking a CAD Designer to support our Transmission and Utilities team in Frisco, Texas. As a CAD Designer, you will support the design of linear utilities, pump stations, and treatment plants for water and wastewater infrastructure projects while collaborating with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

What You'll Do
  • Understand project requirements, scope, and deliverables to support design decisions
  • Provide conceptual input during project planning and identify opportunities for quality improvements
  • Prepare detailed drawings and layouts using BIM/CAD tools and engineering principles
  • Perform design tasks requiring fundamental engineering concepts with minimal direction
  • Coordinate with design teams, stakeholders, and other disciplines to ensure seamless execution
  • Perform BIM/CAD quality control to ensure deliverables meet professional standards
  • Apply company CAD standards, maintain drawing files, and support best practices
  • Serve as a liaison between CAD Managers and users to support standards and new technologies
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 8+ years of experience in engineering design and technical support utilizing BIM/CAD software
  • Advanced expertise in Autodesk Civil 3D, including alignments, pressure pipe networks, gravity pipe networks, surfaces, and data management
  • Ability to learn, adapt, and problem solve to produce accurate, high-quality deliverables
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of personnel
Preferred
  • Associate degree in BIM/CAD or Design/Drafting Technology
  • 10+ years of experience in Autodesk Civil 3D, including pipeline design
  • Experience translating design/data files across platforms such as GIS shapefiles, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, Revit, and MicroStation
About Freese and Nichols

At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.

We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.

Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.

Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at Working at Freese and Nichols.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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