DraftingCAD Technician III

Title: Drafting / CAD Technician III
Pay Rate Range: $40.00 $50.00/hour (DOE)
Employment Type: Contract 12 months
Schedule: Full-time Monday Friday (40 hours/week)
Location: Corning NY - 100% Onsite (Local Candidates Only)
Job Code: CRNGJP

Job Overview

Tekberry is seeking an experienced Drafting / CAD Technician III to support mechanical and architectural design initiatives for our client a global leader in advanced optical manufacturing technologies. This role is responsible for creating updating and maintaining 3D models and detailed technical drawings that support engineering and manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate brings advanced SolidWorks expertise strong drafting standards knowledge and the ability to work independently on complex assignments. This position collaborates closely with engineering manufacturing and field teams to ensure designs meet technical specifications quality standards and project timelines.

No travel is expected for this role.

As a Tekberry W2 employee you will have access to health benefits including medical dental and vision coverage.

Key Responsibilities:

3D Modeling & Drafting

Create and maintain complex 3D models and detailed 2D drawings using SolidWorks
Develop conceptual 3D models during early design phases
Apply advanced drafting standards and mechanical design principles
Ensure accuracy and completeness of design documentation

Drawing & Document Control

Perform redline corrections based on input from engineering manufacturing and field teams
Release drawings models and Bills of Materials (BOMs) through EPDM
Maintain compliance with document control procedures and design standards
Protect confidentiality of proprietary designs and project information

Collaboration & Process Improvement

Work cross-functionally with engineering and manufacturing teams
Resolve complex drafting and modeling issues independently
Recommend drafting or process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality
Meet project deadlines while managing multiple priorities

Required Qualifications:

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree (Required)
5 years of drafting or mechanical design experience
Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks and EPDM
Strong ability to read interpret and modify complex models and technical drawings
Working knowledge of mechanical design principles
Understanding of drafting standards and documentation practices
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

7 years of relevant drafting or design experience
Welding and fabrication knowledge or hands-on experience
Demonstrated ability to generate new ideas during early design phases
Experience supporting manufacturing environments

Work Environment

100% onsite
Office-based CAD environment supporting engineering and manufacturing
No travel required
Independent project-based work with cross-functional collaboration

Why Tekberry

We need hard-working reliable employees. Tekberry offers weekly pay and access to benefits including medical dental and vision coverage.

Tekberry Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status disability or any other protected category under applicable law.

Tekberry Inc. is a Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).

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