AutoCAD Designer Jobs
AutoCAD Designer jobs are open across architecture, engineering, manufacturing, and construction, from entry-level drafters to senior and lead designers, with specializations in mechanical, civil, and architectural drafting. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Summary
We need a CAD technician/Mechanical Designer to join our team. We need someone who has heavy industrial mining, piping, design experience. The successful candidate will prepare detailed mechanical drawings, layouts, equipment arrangements, piping systems, and construction packages using AutoCAD and related design software. This is an opportunity to work closely with engineers and project teams, contribute directly to real‑world solutions, and grow your skills across mechanical, design. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment, brings strong AutoCAD expertise, and communicates confidently with team members and stakeholders. If you’re eager to learn, take ownership of your work, and be a key contributor to high‑quality engineering solutions, this role offers an exciting path forward—especially for candidates pursuing or holding an Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) designation.
Responsibilities
- Execute and support mostly mechanical projects and work to achieve project goals and objectives
- Review project deliverables for quality assurance and compliance with standards.
- Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets, ensuring timely completion of tasks within established budgets
- Utilize engineering software such as AutoCAD, Cadworx for design and drafting purposes
- Interface frequently with present and future clients
- Learn project management activities, including resource allocation
- Learn to create and review drawings for accuracy
- Facilitate effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
- Conduct technical writing for project documentation, reports, and presentations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build innovative solutions using tools like Bluebeam
Skills
- Proficient in mechanical, design in mining, power, oil and gas, manufacturing and low-rise buildings, or willing to learn
- Looking for someone for sure with excellent CAD skills
- Proficient in project scheduling techniques and tools or willing to learn
- Strong knowledge of engineering design principles and practices preferred
- Excellent client communication skills and demonstrated ability
- Strong technical writing abilities for clear documentation.
- Ability to build effective relationships within the team and across departments.
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.
- Willing to learn design in the area where you are least proficient such as electrical, structural or mechanical
Join us as we work together to achieve excellence in our projects while fostering a collaborative work environment!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you located in the working vicinity of Salt Lake?
- Do you have at least 5 years AutoCAD Experience?
Work Location: In person
Job Summary
We need a CAD technician/Mechanical Designer to join our team. We need someone who has heavy industrial mining, piping, design experience. The successful candidate will prepare detailed mechanical drawings, layouts, equipment arrangements, piping systems, and construction packages using AutoCAD and related design software. This is an opportunity to work closely with engineers and project teams, contribute directly to real‑world solutions, and grow your skills across mechanical, design. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment, brings strong AutoCAD expertise, and communicates confidently with team members and stakeholders. If you’re eager to learn, take ownership of your work, and be a key contributor to high‑quality engineering solutions, this role offers an exciting path forward—especially for candidates pursuing or holding an Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) designation.
Responsibilities
- Execute and support mostly mechanical projects and work to achieve project goals and objectives
- Review project deliverables for quality assurance and compliance with standards.
- Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets, ensuring timely completion of tasks within established budgets
- Utilize engineering software such as AutoCAD, Cadworx for design and drafting purposes
- Interface frequently with present and future clients
- Learn project management activities, including resource allocation
- Learn to create and review drawings for accuracy
- Facilitate effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
- Conduct technical writing for project documentation, reports, and presentations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build innovative solutions using tools like Bluebeam
Skills
- Proficient in mechanical, design in mining, power, oil and gas, manufacturing and low-rise buildings, or willing to learn
- Looking for someone for sure with excellent CAD skills
- Proficient in project scheduling techniques and tools or willing to learn
- Strong knowledge of engineering design principles and practices preferred
- Excellent client communication skills and demonstrated ability
- Strong technical writing abilities for clear documentation.
- Ability to build effective relationships within the team and across departments.
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.
- Willing to learn design in the area where you are least proficient such as electrical, structural or mechanical
Join us as we work together to achieve excellence in our projects while fostering a collaborative work environment!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you located in the working vicinity of Salt Lake?
- Do you have at least 5 years AutoCAD Experience?
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in AutoCAD designer jobs.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD software including 2D drafting and 3D modeling tools
- Associate or bachelor's degree in drafting technology, engineering technology, or a related field
- Experience producing construction documents, fabrication drawings, or engineering plans
- Familiarity with industry-specific companion tools such as Civil 3D, Revit, or Inventor
- Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing or relevant drawing standards
- Ability to interpret and redline engineering sketches, markups, and technical specifications
Tips for Your AutoCAD Designer Job Search
Tailor your resume to each discipline
Mechanical, civil, and architectural autocad designer roles expect different things. Lead with the discipline-specific drawing types you've produced, naming the relevant standards like GD&T for mechanical or AIA layers for architectural, so hiring managers see the fit immediately.
Show your drawing portfolio upfront
Most autocad designer postings expect a portfolio link or attachment. Include a curated PDF of two or three representative drawing sets, labeled with the project type, your role, and the software version used, before the recruiter has to ask.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists autocad designer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by software version requirements
Job postings often specify a minimum AutoCAD release or a companion tool like Civil 3D, Revit, or Inventor. Applying when you match those exact version requirements puts your application ahead of candidates who list only generic AutoCAD experience.
Prepare for a skills test before the interview
Many employers give a timed drafting exercise during the hiring process. Practice redlining a hand-drawn sketch into a clean drawing, dimensioning to tolerances, and exporting to the correct sheet size so you're not slowed down by an unfamiliar workflow.
Negotiate using total project scope, not just title
When discussing compensation, reference the complexity of drawings you've handled, the number of sheet sets you've managed, and any coordination experience with engineers or architects. These specifics justify your ask more concretely than years of experience alone.
AutoCAD Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most autocad designers?
Abbott, XYZER, and Blue Sky Creative are hiring the most autocad designers right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Utah, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Engineering and construction firms account for the largest share of active postings.
How many autocad designer jobs are remote?
About 29% of autocad designer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability skewing toward roles focused on 2D documentation and sheet package production rather than site-coordination or facility-survey work, which typically requires an on-site presence.
How do you become an autocad designer?
Start with a drafting technology or engineering technology program at a community college or technical school, which provides hands-on AutoCAD training alongside blueprint reading and geometric dimensioning. Build a portfolio of drawing sets from coursework or freelance projects, then apply to entry-level drafting or junior designer roles where you produce drawings under senior staff supervision and expand into coordination and project lead work over time.
Can you get hired as an autocad designer with little experience?
Yes, many firms hire entry-level autocad designers out of drafting technology programs if the candidate brings a solid portfolio and can demonstrate accurate dimensioning and clean layer management. Focus on roles at smaller engineering or fabrication shops, where junior designers are assigned real production drawings sooner and build hands-on experience faster than at large firms with more rigid workflow hierarchies.
What does the autocad designer interview process look like?
Most autocad designer interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your software experience and the types of drawing sets you've produced. A practical skills test follows in many cases, asking you to draft or redline a drawing to spec within a set time. Final rounds typically involve a walkthrough of your portfolio with a senior designer or project engineer who evaluates your drafting decisions and your ability to take direction from markups.
Where can I find and apply to autocad designer jobs?
You can find and apply to autocad designer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your discipline and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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