SolidWorks Drafter / Mechanical Designer
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SolidWorks Drafter / Mechanical Designer 24 Positions Available | 6-Month Contract | Houston,
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~1 min readCandidates located in the Houston area will be expected to work onsite at the customer facility.
Remote candidates may be considered. Remote employees will be provided with an Axiom-issued computer/equipment for the duration of the assignment.
We are seeking experienced Drafters / Mechanical Designers to support a large-scale engineering project converting existing SolidWorks 3D models into production-ready 2D drawings.
Successful candidates will have hands-on experience creating detailed engineering drawings from 3D CAD models and a strong understanding of ASME drafting and drawing standards. Drawing assignments may include mechanical, electrical, and softgoods components.
This is an approximately 6-month contract assignment, with an immediate start preferred. At this time, the project is not expected to extend beyond six months.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Convert SolidWorks 3D models into detailed 2D engineering drawings
- →Create accurate, production-ready drawings in accordance with project requirements
- →Develop drawings for mechanical, electrical, and softgoods applications
- →Apply appropriate ASME standards, GD&T, dimensions, tolerances, and drawing conventions
- →Review models and engineering information to ensure drawing accuracy and completeness
- →Identify discrepancies, missing information, or potential design/drafting issues
- →Maintain consistency and accuracy across drawing packages
- →Incorporate engineering revisions and drawing changes as required
- →Collaborate with engineering and design teams to resolve drafting questions
Requirements
~1 min read- Professional experience creating engineering/manufacturing drawings
- Strong proficiency with SolidWorks
- Demonstrated ability to create 2D drawings from 3D CAD models
- Working knowledge of ASME Y14 drawing standards
- Understanding of GD&T, dimensioning, tolerancing, and engineering drawing practices
- Experience with mechanical drawings required
- Experience with electrical and/or softgoods drawings is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment
- Ability to work independently while meeting established project deadlines
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Openings: 24
- Duration: Approximately 6 months
- Start Date: ASAP
- Location: Houston, TX preferred
- Work Arrangement: Onsite preferred; remote available
- Project Extension: Not anticipated at this time
The ideal candidate is an experienced CAD drafter who can quickly take an existing SolidWorks 3D model and produce a complete, accurate 2D engineering drawing with minimal direction. Candidates should be comfortable working within established drafting standards and producing a high volume of quality drawings on a defined project timeline.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer as defined by the EEOC
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- September 29, 2026
- Last seen
- September 29, 2026
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