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Emjac Industries

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CAD Draftsman

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$20.50 - $27.50/hr

Graduated high school and has an associate degree in computer aided drafting and math, and/or ... SolidWorks CAD) equipment and software to develop designs. 2. Creates and revises production ...

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CAD Designer Drafter

Houston, TX · On-site

Support NASA Johnson Space Center spacesuit design and drafting activities using SolidWorks CAD Software. * Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to interpret requirements and develop compliant ...

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CAD Designer Drafter

Houston, TX · On-site

Support NASA Johnson Space Center spacesuit design and drafting activities using SolidWorks CAD Software. * Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to interpret requirements and develop compliant ...

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CAD Designer Drafter

Houston, TX · On-site

Must have CAD design experience using SolidWorks * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Proficient with MS office Products (MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. Requisition ...

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CAD Designer Drafter

Houston, TX · On-site

Must have CAD design experience using SolidWorks * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Proficient with MS office Products (MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. Requisition ...

Pure Flow Inc

CAD Designer

Graham, NC · On-site

$21.75 - $30/hr

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in related technical field preferred * 3 or more years of ... SolidWorks, CAD, Mechanical Engineer, Design

Kundel Industries

CAD Drafter

Vienna, OH · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Associates degree in drafting, engineering, or related field; or equivalent education and experience preferred. Minimum of 1 year of experience with SolidWorks CAD software. Mathematical skills ...

Northampton Community College

$26 - $35.75/hr

Associate's degree in a related area from a regionally accredited college or university required ... SolidWorks in both 2D and 3D applications as they apply to various Industry areas. Computer and ...

Pae

CAD Designer Drafter

Houston, TX · On-site

Support NASA Johnson Space Center spacesuit design and drafting activities using SolidWorks CAD Software. * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to interpret requirements and develop compliant ...

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CAD Designer Drafter

Houston, TX · On-site

Support NASA Johnson Space Center spacesuit design and drafting activities using SolidWorks CAD Software. * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to interpret requirements and develop compliant ...

Pae

CAD Designer Drafter

Houston, TX · On-site

Support NASA Johnson Space Center spacesuit design and drafting activities using SolidWorks CAD Software. * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to interpret requirements and develop compliant ...

Arseal Technologies LLC

CAD Designer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$27 - $31/hr

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field. * Minimum ... Proficiency in industry-standard CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar platforms.

nVent

CAD Design Supervisor

Madison, WI · Hybrid

As a CAD Design Supervisor at nVent Management Company, you will lead our CAD team in producing ... Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks. * Strong understanding of engineering principles, drafting ...

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How much do solidworks cad design associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for solidworks cad design associate in the United States is $37.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $41.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily tasks and collaborative interactions for a SolidWorks CAD Design Associate?

As a SolidWorks CAD Design Associate, your daily responsibilities typically involve creating and modifying 3D models, developing detailed engineering drawings, and ensuring that designs comply with project specifications and industry standards. You’ll often work closely with engineers, project managers, and manufacturing teams to refine your designs based on feedback, troubleshoot design challenges, and support prototype development. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as you’ll regularly participate in design reviews and collaborate to resolve any technical issues that arise throughout the product development process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a SolidWorks CAD Design Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a SolidWorks CAD Design Associate, you need strong proficiency in mechanical drafting, 3D modeling, and a solid understanding of engineering principles, typically supported by a relevant degree or certification. Expertise in using SolidWorks software, knowledge of CAD standards, and familiarity with PLM or PDM systems are commonly required. Attention to detail, effective problem-solving, and strong communication skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are crucial for producing accurate designs, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring efficient product development processes.

What does a Solidworks CAD Design Associate do?

A Solidworks CAD Design Associate is responsible for creating, modifying, and managing 2D and 3D models using Solidworks software. They work closely with engineers and product designers to develop technical drawings and digital prototypes for manufacturing and production. Their role often includes preparing detailed documentation, ensuring designs meet industry standards, and collaborating in project teams to troubleshoot and improve designs. Proficiency in Solidworks and a strong understanding of design principles are essential for this position.
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CAD Draftsman

CAD Draftsman

Emjac Industries

Hialeah, FL • On-site

$20.50 - $27.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

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Uses CAD equipment to provide support to engineers by preparing routine layouts, detail drawings, assembly drawings, sketches and diagrams. Details to include all views and dimensions necessary for manufacture. Makes copies of drawings and maintains information regarding changes to database. Makes simple decisions but refers most questions/problems to engineers or supervisor. Has a solid understanding of drafting techniques and familiarity with engineering terminology. Possesses mechanical aptitude with ability to complete basic mathematical calculations. Has familiarity with CAD/CAM equipment and relationship of CAD to CAM. Graduated high school and has an associate degree in computer aided drafting and math, and/or equivalent experience and training.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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1.    Uses computer assisted design/drafting (SolidWorks CAD) equipment and software to develop designs.
2.    Creates and revises production drawings (detail and assembly drawings).
3.    Makes final sketch of proposed drawing, checking dimension of parts, materials to be used, relation of one part to another, and relation of various parts to whole structure or project.
4.    Sketches rough layout of machine and computes angles, weights, surface areas, dimensions, radii, clearances, tolerances, leverages and location of holes.
5.    Utilizes knowledge of various machines, engineering practices, mathematics, building materials and other physical sciences to complete drawings.
6.    Drafts detailed multi-view drawings of machine and products.
7.    Draws finished designs from sketches.
8.    Updates Drafting and Engineering Standards.
9.    Sets up and maintains an organized file system for production drawings.
10.  Converts existing production drawings to SolidWorks.
11.  Communicates with tooling, QA, engineering and manufacturing regarding new and revised prints. 

Competencies
1.    Technical Capacity.
2.    Communications Proficiency.
3.    Problem Solving/Analysis.
4.    Collaboration Skills.