CAD Technician

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative CAD (Computer-Assisted Drafting) Technician to join our production and design team in Winnipeg. In this on-site role, you will be instrumental in turning concepts and client requirements into functional manufactured products, high-impact sales visuals, and production-ready technical documentation.

This position combines digital design, realistic rendering, and hands-on fabrication support. While prior experience with parametric drafting tools is required, training on our specific software platforms (SolidWorks / OnShape) is provided.

What you will be doing as a CAD Technician:

· 3D Modeling & Product Design: Prepare, update, and modify 3D CAD models using SolidWorks or OnShape; develop current product designs or adapt existing lines to meet custom client specifications.

· Photorealistic Rendering: Create high-quality, realistic product renderings using KeyShot for client presentations, marketing collateral, and sales enablement.

· Technical Documentation: Generate, revise, and organize technical production drawings, assembly guides, and sales documentation with high geometric accuracy.

· Rapid Prototyping & 3D Printing: Prepare slice files, operate 3D printers (Prusa, Ultimaker), and perform hands-on post-processing, cleaning, and model assembly.

· Production Prep & Machine Operation:



Set up vector and raster files for laser cutting and decal printing; safely operate in-house production machinery.

· Material & Order Estimation: Accurately calculate raw material, hardware, and component requirements for production jobs to support purchasing and scheduling.

What you should have as a CAD Technician:

· CAD Experience: Proven proficiency with 2D drafting and 3D parametric modeling software (SolidWorks, OnShape, or equivalent).

· Rendering Capabilities: Practical experience creating realistic materials, lighting, and scenes in KeyShot.

· Graphic Design Tools: Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud applications (Photoshop, InDesign) is considered a strong asset.

· Additive Manufacturing: Familiarity with FDM 3D printing workflows, slicing parameters, and mechanical finishing/post-processing techniques.

· Core Competencies: Strong attention to precision and detail, solid problem-solving abilities, and clear written and verbal communication skills.

Shift time for CAD Technician:

· Standard full-time schedule, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Rate of pay for CAD Technician:

· $23-$30/hr based on experience

Where you will be working as a CAD Technician:

· Winnipeg, MB

Pay: $23.00-$30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 CAD Technician (Winnipeg)
🏢 Vertical Staffing Resources
📍 Winnipeg