job summary: A CAD Technician is needed for a manufacturing company considered one of the world's leading innovators in materials science in the CAD Technician area. The CAD Technician supports manufacturing operations by creating, managing, and updating technical drawings using SolidWorks and collaborating with cross-functional teams, requiring a technical degree and at least two years of design experience. location: Christiansburg, Virginia job type: Contract salary: $17.88 - 28.75 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Associates responsibilities: Manage and control all plant drawings and drawing activities.Assist engineering and maintenance teams with equipment issue resolution through drawings.Design manufacturing equipment in collaboration with multiple departments.Complete documentation including spare parts lists, procedures, PM schedules, and calibration records. Skills: Proficient in SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.Competent with Microsoft Excel.strong mechanical/electrical design and problem-solving abilities.Skilled in reading and creating technical drawings and drawing packages.Understanding and application of GD&T principles.Able to work both independently and within a team.Self-driven with strong planning, organizational, and communication skills.Technically curious and capable of multitasking. Desired Skills: Experience with AutoCAD.Manufacturing work environment experience.Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.Advanced computer literacy.Experience with extrusion additive manufacturing (3D printing).Familiarity with SolidWorks PDM or other drawing vault systems. Education and Experience: Associate degree (or equivalent with drafting certificate) in a technical field such as Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical Engineering, CAD/CAM, or Manufacturing.Minimum 2 years of relevant experience. qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedEducation: Associates skills: CADSolid WorksAutoCAD Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.