CAD Technician

Universal Forest Products
Minnesota
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 55,000 - 70,000 annuallyFunction: Field Service, Maintenance & Skilled TradesExperience: 2-3 yearsEducation: associatesSkills: ["Collaboration","Organizational skills","Time management","Troubleshooting","Commitment to quality"]

Transform architectural and structural drawings into detailed, buildable SolidWorks models for prefabricated aluminum decks, railings, and balconies. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to develop preliminary and shop drawings, incorporate real-world measurements, and manage multiple deadlines. Troubleshoot design challenges and help produce engineering and fabrication drawings that guide production teams—seeing your work come to life in high-profile North American projects.

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Universal Forest Products
Universal Forest Products
3 weeks ago

CAD Technician

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Job Summary

Transform architectural and structural drawings into detailed, buildable SolidWorks models for prefabricated aluminum decks, railings, and balconies. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to develop preliminary and shop drawings, incorporate real-world measurements, and manage multiple deadlines. Troubleshoot design challenges and help produce engineering and fabrication drawings that guide production teams—seeing your work come to life in high-profile North American projects.
Location: Minnesota
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Field Service, Maintenance & Skilled Trades
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Interpret architectural and structural drawings to capture design intent and attachment conditions.
  • •Collaborate with sales and project managers to develop preliminary and shop drawings.
  • •Create and revise engineering and fabrication drawings that guide production teams.
  • •Coordinate with field managers to incorporate real-world measurements and feedback.
  • •Manage multiple projects and deadlines while troubleshooting design challenges and proposing solutions.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 55,000 - 70,000 annually
Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVisionLife InsuranceDisability Insurance401kPaid Leave

Key Requirements

  • •Associate’s degree in architectural technology, engineering, or equivalent CAD experience.
  • •2–3 years of SolidWorks experience, especially with assemblies and weldments.
  • •Strong understanding of architectural and structural drawings.
  • •Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • •Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Bluebeam Revu experience is a plus.
Experience:2-3 years
Education:Associate's
Skills:CollaborationOrganizational skillsTime managementTroubleshootingCommitment to quality
Tech Stack:SolidWorksMicrosoft OfficeBluebeam Revu

Company Brief

Universal Forest Products
Manufactures and distributes wood, composite, and other building products for residential and commercial construction. Serves customers across retail, construction, industrial, and packaging markets through a broad network of manufacturing and distribution operations.
Industry: Building Materials
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Grand Rapids, United States
Founded: 1955
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