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CAD Technician

Position: CAD Technician
Employer: TD Precision Steelworks Ltd
City: Mission
State/Province: BC
Valid Until: Jul 10, 2026
TD Precision Steelworks Ltd

CAD Technician

Our company is a fast-paced metal processing and custom fabrication facility. We combine cutting edge custom metal fabrication technology with years of practical experience to provide in-house services to do any size job.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Develop production-ready designs by creating 2D AutoCAD layouts, Fusion360 flat patterns, and DXF files from templates.
  • Optimize nesting and programming to maximize material utilization, set optimal cut sequences, and configure plasma table amperages.
  • Manage quality control by verifying material allocations, reviewing drawings for accuracy, and tracking Mill Test Reports (MTR).
  • Coordinate shop floor schedules by grouping jobs by material thickness and grade to ensure peak processing efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot shop floor errors by providing real-time technical programming support directly to the plasma cutting operators.

 

Qualifications:

  • Technical education or certification in Drafting, Design, or Mechanical Engineering Technology, with an Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) credential preferred.
  • 1–3 years of manufacturing experience in technical drafting, specifically within an industrial fabrication environment.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Fusion360 to create precise 2D layouts, flat patterns, and forming PDFs.
  • CNC plasma programming expertise in generating DXF files, G-code, nesting optimization, and bevel adjustments.
  • Strong blueprint and technical knowledge including GD&T, Mill Test Reports (MTR), and shop geometry math.

 

Benefits:

  • Competitive wages based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Paid vacation
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Company BBQs and team events
  • Years of service awards
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Stable full-time employment
  • Opportunities for growth and skill development