Engineering (CAD Drafter)

CAD Drafter / Mechanical Drafter
Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
Job Type: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday-Friday
Pay: $26-$36/hour
We are seeking a CAD Drafter / Mechanical Drafter to join a growing Mechanical Engineering team. This is a hands-on opportunity to work with a leading manufacturer of custom packaging automation equipment .
The CAD Drafter will work closely with Senior Mechanical Engineers to take existing designs and concepts and create detailed, production-ready drawings for machine components, brackets, assemblies, and other mechanical parts.
Responsibilities

Create and modify detailed mechanical drawings using SolidWorks
Detail parts, brackets, assemblies, and machine components
Make drawing revisions and corrections based on engineer feedback
Create manufacturing drawings and BOMs
Maintain accurate CAD files and revisions
Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and assembly teams
Qualifications

Mechanical CAD drafting/detailing experience
SolidWorks experience required
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
Strong attention to detail
Comfortable taking direction and making revisions
Manufacturing, OEM, automation, or machinery experience is a plus
SolidWorks PDM experience is preferred
Packaging automation experience is not required. We are open to candidates from a variety of mechanical drafting and manufacturing backgrounds.
This position offers excellent benefits upon conversion, a collaborative team environment, and strong opportunities for long-term growth.
This is a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity with the intention of transitioning to a permanent position.