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Mechanical Drafting/CAD Technician

Nesco Resource
Wilmington, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/22/2026
Onsite role - Potential for a hybrid schedule

Candidates must be local

Summary:

As a member of a global drafting department – you will assist in the creation, revision, and storage of electronic drawing files (Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD) for custom designed process equipment located in numerous worldwide *** Optical Fiber and Cable manufacturing locations.

Primary responsibilities include assisting the area drafting lead with completing all required work to an engineering/development drawing set prior to release into the system (Autodesk Vault). Typical tasks include creating 3D models and associated drawings or editing existing models/drawings all while ensuring they follow company drafting standards: detail, sheet metal, weldment, and assembly drawings are typical. No new design activity will be within scope of this position.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Correct redlined models/drawings issued by drafting lead or engineering/development teams
  • Convert legacy hand drawn and AutoCAD drawings into 3D models and associative drawings
  • Create 2D drawings from existing 3D models from other users
  • Collect data from engineering teams and incorporate information into appropriate drawing
  • Collect measurements/information from production floor to incorporate into drawings

Work Environment:

  • Employment will be through a third party on a contract basis. Contracts will be 1 year in length and are often extended with satisfactory performance and additional project workload.
  • Hybrid work schedule available (work from home 3-4 days per week)
  • M-F, 8am-5pm base schedule; OT is often required: 45 hours per week target

Required Education:

  • Candidates should possess one of the following, but other technical degrees with demonstrated skills in drafting will be considered:
  • A.A.S. Mechanical Engineering Technology degree
  • A.O.S. Drafting/CAD degree
  • Drafting Certificate/Certification
  • Candidates without degrees must demonstrate proficiency in 2D and 3D drafting and at least 2 years of Drafting/CAD Technician and Mechanical Engineering experience.

Required Experience and Skills:

  • Minimum of 2 years professional experience in the mechanical drafting field
  • Working knowledge of ASME/ANSI drafting standards
  • General Windows-based computer skills
  • Proficient in the use of Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault software
  • Able to adapt to company standards and guidelines
  • Strong work ethic
  • Strong attention to detail

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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