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CAD Designer/Fabricator

PTR Welding
Mead, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 6/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/9/2026

PTR Welding is looking to augment its team by adding a CAD Designer/Fabricator. This is a dual role position; time is expected to be split between fabricating/welding on the shop floor and designing/generating shop drawings.

We will train. If you are an excellent fabricator - we will train you in CAD. If you are already an excellent designer - we will train you to fabricate.

PTR Welding is a small but expanding metal fabrication company specializing in all manners of custom and production weldments for all industries. It is PTR Welding’s vision to build and foster an environment of structure and order to both our customers and employees. We seek to provide reprieve from chaos through consistency and clear communication both internally and externally.

At PTR Welding, a fabricator distinguishes his/her self by being not only able to weld, but able to visualize complex jobs from the start, develop a plan and sequence of events, execute, inspect, and ultimately deliver a high quality product.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

- Fabricate and weld varying weldments including railings, staircases, medium to large frames, misc structural steel, and others

- Develop CAD models and shop drawings

- Assist in the design, development, and improvement of production processes

- Act as primary technical lead

Requirements:

Either:

  • 3 years of metal fabrication experience
  • 3 years installation/field experience
  • Proficient in MIG, Flux Core, and Dual Shield processes
  • AWS certifiable

Or:

  • 3 years of parametric modeling experience

- Proficient in reading shop and architectural drawings

- Strong leadership skills with a strong emphasis on mutual respect, communication, and team building

- Valid driver’s license w/ experience driving a 1-ton truck and trailer

- Computer skills/aptitude are a must

- Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience preferred

- Physical stamina to perform manual labor tasks in various weather conditions

Job duties include:

- General fabrication

- Cutting, drilling, punching, plasma cutting, and other processes common in fabrication projects

- Communicating with design team and understanding entire scope of projects/jobs

- Assist with continuous development of company processes and procedures

- Conduct site visits to perform field measurements and advise on complicated issues

- Develop models and shop drawings for new projects and products

- Compliance and supervision of 5S procedures

- Maintenance of equipment and tools

Compensation:

- 65,000 - 75,000 annually DOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000

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