Drafter CAD, III

BLUE ORIGIN

. Develop 3D CAD models and 2D drawing packages for steel structures, tooling, and piping systems .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $39 - $55 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates extensive experience in 3D CAD modeling and drafting for steel and aluminum structures, with a strong focus on mechanical design integration and adherence to industry standards. Proficient in managing large CAD assemblies and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve fabrication issues.

Highest-signal resume keywords

3D CAD ModelingSiemens NXSiemens TeamcenterASME Y14.5Design For Manufacturing

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

3D CAD ModelingDrafting Steel StructuresMechanical DesignLarge CAD Assemblies ManagementDesign For ManufacturingDesign For AssemblyWeld SymbologyWeld Joint DesignConfiguration ManagementProduct Data Management

Soft Skills

Strong Organization SkillsSelf-Directed Work Prioritization

Industry Keywords

AerospaceManufacturingHeavy Industrial ApplicationsDrafting StandardsExport-Controlled Technical Information

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyAWS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop 3D CAD models and 2D drawing packages for steel structures, tooling, and piping systems
Iterate models in response to engineering feedback and contribute design options during concepting and trade studies
Develop design layouts, skeletons, installation drawings, and overall packaging models
Modify existing drawings and models to support design iteration
Generate packaging concepts, present options, and communicate trade details to engineers and stakeholders
Coordinate model assemblies from other groups and maintain final end-item CAD models
Translate development analysis models to master CAD models
Manage large CAD assemblies and drawing packages, including product structure, bills of materials, and program data organization
Act as the team's drafting standards checker and assist with drafting standards deployment
Apply Design for Manufacturing and Design for Assembly principles
Partner with engineers, fabricators, and vendors to resolve issues during fabrication and field integration
Self-direct work prioritization and scheduling
Support configuration management and PDM workflows for program CAD data

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of recent experience designing/drafting steel and aluminum structural parts, components, or subsystems in a 3D CAD environment
Strong mechanical design and integration skills using Siemens NX
Experience using Siemens Teamcenter for CAD data management, configuration control, and release workflows
Experience managing large CAD assemblies and associated drawing packages through the product life cycle
Experience drafting structural equipment or tooling for aerospace, manufacturing, or other heavy industrial applications
Proficiency with ASME Y14.3, Y14.5, Y14.100, and Y14.41
Familiarity with weld symbology and weld joint design per AWS D1.1 / D1.2
Familiarity with applicable drafting standards and ability to apply them consistently across a team
Practical knowledge of milling, turning, cutting, and welding, with ability to design for fabrication
Strong organization skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and drawing packages
U.S. citizen, permanent resident alien, or otherwise able to review export-controlled technical information
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident/current Green Card holder, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Technical assessment required during interviews

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation provided
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, company results, or other factors at the company's discretion