Entry-Level CAD Drafter/Engineering Coordinator

About the Role

14 West is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Entry-Level CAD Drafter / Engineering Coordinator to join our Custom Displays team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone beginning their drafting or engineering career who is eager to learn CAD, product development, and custom manufacturing.

In this role, you'll support the engineering team by preparing and organizing CAD files, initiating new engineering projects, maintaining accurate documentation, and activating jobs within our ERP system, JobBOSS. Through hands-on training, you'll develop the skills needed to create production-ready drawings and support the engineering process from concept through manufacturing.

If you enjoy solving problems, learning new technology, and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & CAD Support

• Learn and utilize SolidWorks CAD software to create and modify engineering drawings
• Prepare customer design files for engineering review
• Organize and maintain CAD files, drawing revisions, and engineering documentation
• Assist engineers and designers with updates to existing products and custom display projects
• Create and maintain drawing packages for production
• Ensure engineering files are accurate, organized, and follow company standards

Project & ERP Administration

• Initiate new jobs within the company's ERP system
• Create and maintain project records and engineering documentation
• Ensure all required project information is entered accurately
• Assist with routing projects through the engineering and manufacturing workflow
• Support document control and revision management

Manufacturing Support

• Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Project Management, Production, and Purchasing
• Help prepare documentation needed for manufacturing
• Assist with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production documentation
• Support engineering change requests and drawing revisions
• Help troubleshoot documentation issues during production

Continuous Improvement

• Learn company engineering standards and manufacturing processes
• Recommend improvements to workflows and documentation
• Maintain organized digital files and project records
• Participate in training to expand CAD and manufacturing knowledge

Qualifications

Required

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Design, Drafting Technology, CAD Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Basic understanding of CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar)
• Strong computer skills and willingness to learn new software
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Preferred

• Internship or coursework involving CAD drafting
• Exposure to manufacturing or fabrication environments
• Experience with ERP systems (training provided)
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings and blueprints

What You'll Learn

At 14 West, this position is designed as a development opportunity. You'll receive hands-on training in:

• CAD drafting and modeling
• Engineering drawing standards
• Custom retail display engineering
• Manufacturing processes
• Production documentation
• ERP job management
• Bill of Materials (BOM) creation
• Engineering change management
• Product development workflow
• Cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Design, Project Management, and Production

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to visit manufacturing areas and warehouse as needed

Why Join 14 West?

At 14 West, we design and manufacture custom retail displays, trade show exhibits, branded environments, and promotional solutions for leading brands across North America. We believe in developing our people, providing opportunities to grow, and creating a collaborative environment where employees can build long-term careers.

As an entry-level drafter, you'll receive mentorship from experienced engineers while gaining valuable experience in custom manufacturing and product development.

Our Core Values

At 14 West, every team member is expected to live our Core Values:

• Communicate Like a Pro
• Do the Right Thing
• Own It
• Who Wants It?
• FITFO (Figure It The F* Out)

If you're excited to learn, enjoy building things, and want to start a career in engineering and custom manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• SolidWorks: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Wausau, WI 54401 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wausau, WI 54401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $28