CAD Technician

CAD Technician

Company Overview:

TD Steel 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.

Roles & 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