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CAD/Mechanical Designer/Drafter

Apex Systems
San Diego, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 6/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/11/2026
Job#: 3034218

Job Description:

Overview

CAD Designer IV (Level IV) – Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced CAD Designer IV to support advanced design and drafting efforts. This individual will be responsible for creating and maintaining detailed engineering drawings and models while collaborating closely with engineering teams and stakeholders to ensure accuracy and alignment with project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create, update, and maintain sketches, working drawings, and contract documents using CAD software
  • Develop detailed 2D and 3D models to support engineering and design initiatives
  • Interpret and apply customer requirements, data sheets, and supplier specifications to design outputs
  • Read and analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation
  • Prepare and organize supporting documentation for design packages
  • Ensure designs align with applicable standards, specifications, and project requirements
  • Collaborate with engineers and project stakeholders to refine and validate designs
  • Apply industry-standard drafting techniques and engineering terminology in all deliverables

Required Qualifications

  • 8 years of experience in CAD design or drafting (Level IV)
  • Strong proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MicroStation, or similar)
  • Ability to read, interpret, and execute complex engineering drawings and blueprints
  • Solid understanding of engineering concepts, drafting principles, and technical standards
  • Experience working with detailed specifications and technical requirements
  • Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with client-specific design applications or systems
  • Background supporting engineering teams in industries such as utilities, infrastructure, or manufacturing
  • Exposure to documentation control or design lifecycle processes

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.

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