3D CAD Drafting Associate

WireCrafters•Louisville, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Drafting Team creates the production drawings and job specifications necessary to fabricate high quality wire products. They are responsible for accurately interpreting drawings and sketches and then creating formal production drawings using our general drafting standards. The 3D CAD Drafter is responsible for creating and maintaining accurate 3D models and standard production drawings for manufactured parts and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor. This role supports engineering, manufacturing, and production teams by developing detailed technical documentation that meets company standards, dimensional requirements, and fabrication needs. The 3D CAD Drafter converts design concepts, sketches, and engineering input into organized and production-ready drawings, bills of materials, and model files. Responsibilities include updating existing drawings, maintaining drawing revisions, ensuring consistency across documentation, and assisting with standardization of drafting practices. This position requires strong technical drafting skills, accuracy, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High school or equivalent (Required)
Autodesk Inventor: 1 year (Required, 2 Preferred)
Autodesk AutoCAD: 1 year (Preferred)
Experience using Autodesk Inventor in a manufacturing environment (Autodesk Inventor preferred, other parametric, engineering-grade, and mechanical design platforms such as SOLIDWORKS, Onshape, PTC Creo, Solid Edge, and Autodesk Fusion 360 will be considered as well)
Understanding of mechanical drafting principles and GD&T
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and file management systems

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or technical certification in drafting, engineering technology, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Create 3D part and assembly models in Autodesk Inventor
Produce detailed fabrication and manufacturing drawings
Apply dimensions, tolerances, notes, and material specifications
Maintain drawing revisions and document control standards
Generate and manage bills of materials (BOMs)
Ensure drawings comply with company drafting standards
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve design or documentation issues
Organize CAD files and maintain accurate project records
Modify existing models and drawings as needed for production updates