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Senior CAD Drafter-Designer

Hitachi Global Air Power
Farmington, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026

Job title:

Senior CAD Drafter-Designer

Location:

Fabrication Facility, Farmington, NM

Reports to:

Fabrication Facility Manager

Summary of the position:

Responsible for creating detailed technical drawings using AutoCAD software, helping produce layouts from specifications, making modifications on standard models and drawings for a fabrication facility. Perform some detailing of engineering concepts as directed. Compile and maintain required documents and records.

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Generate 2D and 3D models and drawings using AutoCAD software.
  • Work independently and as part of a team to produce and modify a variety of standard layouts, assemblies, and drawings for new and existing projects.
  • Work from standard product specifications using manufacturing and material quotes to guide design decisions.
  • Modify or adjust 2D/3D models according to defined specifications.
  • Meet project deadlines and timelines for drawing submittals.
  • Maintain records, documents, and findings.
  • Collaborate with shop personnel to incorporate design changes and updates.
  • Compile Bill of Materials and specification sheets


Education:

  • Associate degree or certificate in drafting or related field
  • 3 years related technical experience and education applicable to mechanical drafting in a manufacturing environment


Professional experience:

  • Strong mechanical aptitude.
  • Basic knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes and tools
  • Strong logical, analytical, and results-oriented problem-solving skills.
  • Good Computer proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and AutoCAD.
  • Strong math, blueprint reading skills, and the use of technical instructions.
  • Basic electrical and software systems knowledge is ideal.
  • Team player and self-motivated.
  • Ability to work attentively and efficiently at producing high quality work.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills


Key Behaviors:

  • Ability to meet the public in a friendly, courteous, and businesslike manner.
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing, and to receive detailed information in person or by phone.
  • Ability to read, verify and input accurately; a large volume of work with repetitive motions required.
  • Ability to perform routine mathematical calculations and accurately transfer numbers to various reports/entries.
  • Ability to work well with others and be detail oriented.


Direct reports:

  • NA


Physical Qualifications

  • This position requires long periods of sitting at a desk using a computer.


The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power US Code of Ethics and related policies. In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety rules and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace.

This description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion.

Hitachi Global Air Power US is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.

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