Entry Level CAD Technologist Jobs
New grad cad technologist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong drafting portfolio or internship work often carries more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Electronics & Hardware, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, Apple, and Ursus hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
The Electrical CAD Engineer serves as the technical authority for the design, development, and lifecycle management of complex printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs). You will be responsible for high-complexity, multi-layer designs using Cadence OrCAD/Allegro, navigating rigorous electrical and mechanical constraints.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Advanced PCB Architecture: Lead the strategy for high-density interconnect (HDI) stack-up design, via technology selection, and critical component floor-planning for flagship products.
- Design Simulation & Integrity: Oversee comprehensive Design Rule Checks (DRC) and lead cross-functional efforts in Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) analysis to ensure first-pass success.
- CAD Infrastructure & Library Governance: Set the standards for centralized component libraries, ensuring seamless PLM integration and maximum design re-use across the ADC department.
- Innovation & Automation Lead: Architect and deploy potential automation tools and AI-driven workflows to optimize layout and routing feasibility.
- Cross-Functional Synthesis: Act as the primary liaison between Hardware, Mechanical, Antenna, and Firmware teams to solve complex EMI and physical integration challenges.
- Design for Excellence (DfX): Define and enforce rigorous DFM, DFA, and DFT guidelines to minimize cost and maximize yield during the transition to high-volume production.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience: 1+ years of proven experience in high-complexity PCB design and electrical engineering (Preferred: 6+ Years).
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
- Software Tools: Comfortable working in Cadence Allegro/OrCAD and experience with enterprise PLM systems.
- Technical Domain Expertise: Expertise in high-speed digital design, RF signal routing, and high-power switching.
- Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation strategies and low-cost fabrication parameters.
- Soft Skills: Proven ability to mentor junior staff and articulate complex technical requirements to executive stakeholders and external vendors.
- Proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Experience with software for DFM analysis.
- Experience or strong interest in applying AI/Machine Learning workflows to hardware design.
- Proficiency in Python for engineering automation.
- Analytical mindset with a focus on improving design rules and testing guidelines.
- Experience with other CAD software such as Altium, Siemens Xpedition or KiCAD.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on computers.
- Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
- Must be able to lift up to at least 25 pounds at times.
- Ability to traverse to multiple locations.
ABOUT INTELLIAN TECHNOLOGIES
Intellian is the world’s leading provider of satellite antennas and terminals, with a mission to empower connectivity so connectivity can empower the world. We are driven by a passion for innovation and agile responsiveness to customer needs. As the crucial link between satellite networks and millions of people on Earth, Intellian’s leading technology and antennas empower global connectivity across oceans and continents, organizations, and communities. Strategic thinking, an obsession with quality, and a proven ability to deliver enable Intellian to invent for the future, creating mutual success for partners and customers as the world’s connectivity needs evolve.
BENEFITS
We offer a generous benefits package, including flexible time off and paid holidays. Eligible employees also have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. A 401(k) plan with employer safe harbor is available. Additional compensation elements may be offered depending on the role, which may include an opportunity for an annual bonus based on both company and individual performance.
INTRODUCTION
The Electrical CAD Engineer serves as the technical authority for the design, development, and lifecycle management of complex printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs). You will be responsible for high-complexity, multi-layer designs using Cadence OrCAD/Allegro, navigating rigorous electrical and mechanical constraints.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Advanced PCB Architecture: Lead the strategy for high-density interconnect (HDI) stack-up design, via technology selection, and critical component floor-planning for flagship products.
- Design Simulation & Integrity: Oversee comprehensive Design Rule Checks (DRC) and lead cross-functional efforts in Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) analysis to ensure first-pass success.
- CAD Infrastructure & Library Governance: Set the standards for centralized component libraries, ensuring seamless PLM integration and maximum design re-use across the ADC department.
- Innovation & Automation Lead: Architect and deploy potential automation tools and AI-driven workflows to optimize layout and routing feasibility.
- Cross-Functional Synthesis: Act as the primary liaison between Hardware, Mechanical, Antenna, and Firmware teams to solve complex EMI and physical integration challenges.
- Design for Excellence (DfX): Define and enforce rigorous DFM, DFA, and DFT guidelines to minimize cost and maximize yield during the transition to high-volume production.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience: 1+ years of proven experience in high-complexity PCB design and electrical engineering (Preferred: 6+ Years).
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
- Software Tools: Comfortable working in Cadence Allegro/OrCAD and experience with enterprise PLM systems.
- Technical Domain Expertise: Expertise in high-speed digital design, RF signal routing, and high-power switching.
- Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation strategies and low-cost fabrication parameters.
- Soft Skills: Proven ability to mentor junior staff and articulate complex technical requirements to executive stakeholders and external vendors.
- Proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Experience with software for DFM analysis.
- Experience or strong interest in applying AI/Machine Learning workflows to hardware design.
- Proficiency in Python for engineering automation.
- Analytical mindset with a focus on improving design rules and testing guidelines.
- Experience with other CAD software such as Altium, Siemens Xpedition or KiCAD.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on computers.
- Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
- Must be able to lift up to at least 25 pounds at times.
- Ability to traverse to multiple locations.
ABOUT INTELLIAN TECHNOLOGIES
Intellian is the world’s leading provider of satellite antennas and terminals, with a mission to empower connectivity so connectivity can empower the world. We are driven by a passion for innovation and agile responsiveness to customer needs. As the crucial link between satellite networks and millions of people on Earth, Intellian’s leading technology and antennas empower global connectivity across oceans and continents, organizations, and communities. Strategic thinking, an obsession with quality, and a proven ability to deliver enable Intellian to invent for the future, creating mutual success for partners and customers as the world’s connectivity needs evolve.
BENEFITS
We offer a generous benefits package, including flexible time off and paid holidays. Eligible employees also have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. A 401(k) plan with employer safe harbor is available. Additional compensation elements may be offered depending on the role, which may include an opportunity for an annual bonus based on both company and individual performance.
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Entry Level CAD Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level cad technologist job?
Build a portfolio of drafting samples using industry-standard software like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit, since employers at this level evaluate your technical output directly. Internship experience, even a single semester, signals you can work within a professional workflow. Certifications from Autodesk or similar vendors also strengthen an entry level application when formal experience is limited.
Which companies hire entry level cad technologists?
Companies hiring entry level cad technologists right now include Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, Apple, and Ursus, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Engineering firms, construction and infrastructure companies, and product manufacturers tend to bring in the most junior cad technologists as project volume grows.
Are there remote entry level cad technologist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level cad technologist roles are on-site given the need for hands-on collaboration and access to specialized hardware. About 15% of entry level cad technologist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so options exist if flexibility is a priority in your search.
Are these new grad cad technologist jobs?
Yes, the roles on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior cad technologist openings. A posting is typically new grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or academic project work in place of professional history, or lists a portfolio as an acceptable substitute for a formal resume of paid roles.
Which industries hire the most entry level cad technologists?
Entry Level cad technologist roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Electronics & Hardware, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely heavily on precise technical drawings for design, compliance, and manufacturing workflows, which creates steady demand for junior drafters who can contribute quickly with foundational CAD skills.