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CAD DRAFTER / DETAILER

OPTO International Inc
Wood Dale, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026

About OPTO

OPTO designs and manufactures retail fixtures for domestic and international markets. We are a design-led company driven by innovation, a passion for helping our clients succeed, and communication. Our team applies creative thinking across customer proposals, product development, and operations to deliver tailored retail solutions. The excitement, innovation, and passion from all of our team members allows us to curate the best solutions for any retail environment.

With in-house engineering and a responsive, collaborative culture, we adapt quickly to customer needs and provide industry-leading speed and reliability, earning long-term partnerships through performance and trust.

Job Summary 

We are seeking a detail-oriented CAD Drafter to support our engineering team. This role will focus on creating and revising technical drawings and layouts using CAD software, Autodesk Inventor, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company standards and specifications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare 2D/3D CAD drawings, layouts, and models based on engineering/design specifications
  • Update and revise existing CAD files to reflect design changes
  • Collaborate with engineers to interpret project requirements
  • Maintain drawing accuracy, clarity, and consistency in accordance with company standards
  • Organize and archive CAD files and documentation
  • Ensure timely delivery of drafting assignments within project timelines

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field
  • Proficiency in 3D Modeling Software, primarily Autodesk Inventor; experience with SolidWorks, or other relatable 3D CAD programs 
  • Minimum 1-2 years of CAD drafting experience 
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications
  • Ability to work independently to complete tasked projects
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position is based in an office environment. The role involves sitting and standing at a desk, frequent in-person and phone communication, and the regular use of standard office equipment, including phones and computers.

Accessibility Accommodation Statement

OPTO is committed to providing qualified individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs. If you (or another applicant you know) require assistance accessing or reading this job posting or need accommodations during the application process, please contact careers@optosystem.com. OPTO will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to the application process in accordance with applicable state and federal law.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

OPTO is an equal opportunity employer. OPTO prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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