CAD Technician Jobs

CAD Technician jobs are open across manufacturing, civil engineering, architecture, and construction, from entry-level drafters to senior technicians, with specializations in mechanical, structural, and electrical drafting. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles249+
Top stateTexas
Top employerKimley-Horn
Top cityMeridian, ID
Work type92% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Ardurra
Survey CAD Technician III
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Ardurra
New 3h ago
Survey CAD Technician III
Ardurra
Mesa, Arizona
Specialized Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Engineering (Non-Software)
Drafting & CAD
On-Site
High School

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GREGORY CONSTRUCTION
3D CAD Technician/Machine Control Modeler
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GREGORY CONSTRUCTION
New 5h ago
3D CAD Technician/Machine Control Modeler
GREGORY CONSTRUCTION
Columbus, Mississippi
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Drafting & CAD
On-Site
High School

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WSB
Engineering Specialist / CAD Technician
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WSB
New 6h ago
Engineering Specialist / CAD Technician
WSB
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Drafting & CAD
Hybrid
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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Magnit Global
CAD Technician
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Magnit Global
Added 2d ago
CAD Technician
Magnit Global
Princeton, Indiana
Specialized Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Drafting & CAD
$30 - $35/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Jobot
CAD Technician
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Jobot
Added 3d ago
CAD Technician
Jobot
Jacksonville, Florida
Specialized Engineering
Drafting & CAD
Engineering (Non-Software)
$75k/yr
On-Site
None

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CAD Technician Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Kimley-Horn
    Kimley-Horn24
  • Horrocks
    Horrocks16
  • Volkert
    Volkert13
  • BKF Engineers
    BKF Engineers12
  • Garver
    Garver10

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services145
  • Construction & Real Estate52
  • Government & Public Sector23
  • Technology & Software12
  • Manufacturing11

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in CAD technician jobs.

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit depending on the discipline
  • Associate degree or technical certificate in drafting, engineering technology, or a related field
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications
  • Experience creating 2D drawings and 3D models to GD&T standards
  • Familiarity with industry-specific standards such as ASME, ISO, or AIA
  • One to three years of CAD technician or drafter experience in a production environment

Tips for Your CAD Technician Job Search

List every CAD software version you know

Employers filter applicants by specific software releases, not just program names. List AutoCAD 2024, SolidWorks 2023, or Revit by version number on your resume so your application clears automated screening for the tools the team actually runs.

Include a portfolio link on your resume

CAD technician roles are won on demonstrated output, not credentials alone. Add a link to a portfolio of drawings, 3D models, or project files. Even two or three clean samples showing tolerances, title blocks, and layer conventions outperform a description of your skills.

Target job titles that match your discipline

Openings for the same work get posted as drafter, design technician, CAD designer, or CAD operator depending on the employer. Search all four variants so you don't miss roles that match your background just because the title differs from what you expect.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists cad technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare a redline or markup to discuss

Interviewers frequently ask you to walk through a drawing you've produced or corrected. Bring a printed or digital example that shows a revision cycle, including your markups and the final issued version, so you can talk through your quality-control process concretely.

Negotiate on certification support, not just pay

CAD technician offers often have flexibility around professional development. Ask whether the employer covers Autodesk certification exams or SOLIDWORKS associate testing, since certification costs can run several hundred dollars and the answer is frequently yes for candidates who ask directly.

CAD Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most cad technicians?

The companies hiring the most cad technicians right now include Kimley-Horn, Horrocks, and Volkert, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Manufacturing, civil engineering consulting, and architecture firms consistently account for the bulk of active postings.

How many cad technician jobs are remote?

About 8% of cad technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than many office roles because much of the work involves proprietary files, hardware-locked licenses, or collaboration on physical prototypes. Disciplines such as BIM coordination and electrical schematic drafting tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible postings.

How do you become a cad technician?

You typically start by completing an associate degree or technical certificate in drafting technology, engineering design, or a closely related field, where you learn core software and drawing standards. From there, earning an entry-level Autodesk or SOLIDWORKS certification demonstrates tool proficiency to employers. Most technicians then build discipline-specific knowledge, in mechanical, civil, electrical, or architectural drafting, through their first one or two jobs.

Can you get hired as a cad technician with little experience?

Yes, entry-level cad technician roles exist specifically for candidates coming out of technical programs or apprenticeships. Employers hiring at this level look for clean sample drawings that follow proper layering, title block, and dimensioning conventions rather than years on the job. Internships, co-op placements, or freelance drafting projects completed during school all count as relevant output you can show in a portfolio.

What does the cad technician interview process look like?

Most cad technician interviews include a phone or video screen focused on your software experience and past projects, followed by an in-person or practical skills assessment where you complete a short drafting task or redline a provided drawing. Final rounds typically involve a conversation with the lead engineer or project manager about how you handle revision cycles, drawing standards, and cross-discipline coordination.

Where can I find and apply to cad technician jobs?

You can find and apply to cad technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search by location, discipline, or experience level to find roles that match your background, then apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.

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