AutoCAD Drafter
What’s the job?
- Design and draft custom and configurable mechanical parts and assemblies based on customer requirements and engineering inputs
- Create, revise, and maintain detailed 2D engineering drawings and 3D models using CAD software
- Apply mechanical engineering principles to ensure designs meet functional, safety, quality, and manufacturing requirements
- Review, validate, and approve final drawings and models for release to manufacturing, serving as the technical authority for assigned projects
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and sales teams to resolve design challenges and ensure customer requirements are met
- Incorporate geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), dimensional tolerances, materials, and finishes appropriate for production
- Develop and maintain designs for highly customizable products that may vary by configuration, size, material, or application
- Support prototype development, design revisions, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure designs comply with applicable engineering standards, specifications, and internal design controls
- Maintain accurate engineering documentation, drawing revision histories, bills of materials (BOMs), and related design records
- Evaluate designs for manufacturability and collaborate with production teams to address potential manufacturing challenges
- Manage assigned designs from initial concept and development through final review, approval, and release
What’s needed?
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical Design, Drafting, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in engineering design and drafting, preferably in a highly customizable or engineered-to-order manufacturing environment
- Strong working knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals and design principles
- Proven experience designing custom parts and assemblies that vary by configuration, size, material, or application
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar platforms
- Ability to review, validate, and provide final engineering approval on drawings and 3D models before release to manufacturing
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tolerances, materials, and design-for-manufacturability principles
- Experience interpreting and applying GD&T and engineering specifications
- Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and documentation discipline
- Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, manufacturing, quality, sales, and customers
- Ability to manage multiple design projects and take ownership of assigned designs through final approval
Key Details
- Compensation: $33–$35/hour, plus time and a half for any overtime
- Location: Lake Forest, IL
- Work Model: Onsite/Hybrid, as applicable
- Benefits: Consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
- Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
If this position interests you and you meet the requirements, apply today!
Thank you,
Kelly Wagner
Director
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LaSalle Intelligent Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Intelligent Solutions (formerly LaSalle Network) helps organizations turn ambition into outcomes - delivering intelligence and expertise. As a leading provider of talent, advisory services and AI solutions, LaSalle has connected more than 130,000 professionals with opportunities across more than 15,000 clients to optimize operations and drive results. With teams specializing in Technology, Engineering, Accounting and Finance, Sales and Marketing, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, Professional Services, and HR & Operations, LaSalle serves companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle has been recognized for its culture and growth by Inc., Forbes and Fortune. LaSalle offers temporary Consultants benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker’s Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View of a full list of our benefits here. All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.
