Manufacturing Engineer

CAD Drafter / Manufacturing Engineer

$25–$30/hour | On-Site | Monday–Friday
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced CAD Drafter / Manufacturing Engineer to support a CNC machining and metal fabrication operation. This is a hands-on position that combines SolidWorks drafting, reverse engineering, estimating, purchasing, and production support.

The ideal candidate can take a customer drawing—or even an existing physical part—and turn it into an accurate, production-ready model. This person should be comfortable working closely with both the office and shop floor and understand how drawings, materials, tolerances, and production requirements come together in a manufacturing environment.
What You'll Be Doing

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  Create detailed 3D models and production drawings using SolidWorks.
  
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  Measure existing components using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
  
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  Reverse engineer physical parts to create accurate models and drawings for machining or fabrication.
  
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  Access and work with existing files in Fusion 360, including file conversions and technical drawing support.
  
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  Review customer purchase orders, drawings, specifications, and other technical documentation.
  
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  Help convert customer requirements into accurate internal sales and production orders.
  
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  Assist with estimating and quoting by reviewing part complexity, materials, and anticipated shop time.
  
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  Communicate with customers when clarification is needed regarding dimensions, tolerances, materials, or design specifications.
  
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  Source raw materials, hardware, and specialized tooling required for production.
  
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  Request vendor pricing, compare material costs, issue purchase orders, and track incoming materials.
  
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  Work closely with operations to ensure jobs have the correct drawings, materials, and information before reaching production.
  
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  Maintain organized drawing files, job documentation, and revision histories.
  
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  Provide additional technical and administrative support to keep projects moving efficiently between the office and shop floor.
  

What We're Looking For

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  Strong proficiency with SolidWorks is required.
  
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  Familiarity with Fusion 360 is strongly preferred.
  
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  Hands-on experience using precision measuring tools and translating measurements into technical drawings.
  
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  Previous experience in a CNC machining, machine shop, sheet metal, fabrication, or similar manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
  
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  Understanding of manufacturing drawings, tolerances, materials, and production processes.
  
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  Experience with estimating, quoting, purchasing, or material procurement is a plus.
  
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  Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
  
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  Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate technical documentation.
  
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  Comfortable communicating with customers, vendors, production employees, and office staff.
  
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  Organized and able to manage multiple active jobs and priorities.
  

Schedule
This is an on-site, Monday–Friday position. The company's normal operating hours are 6:30 AM–3:00 PM. The specific daily schedule will fall within those business hours.
Compensation
$25–$30 per hour, depending on experience.

Candidates with a strong combination of SolidWorks, reverse engineering, CNC/machining knowledge, and hands-on manufacturing experience will be especially well suited for this opportunity.

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