About the Role

As a CAD Drafter, you will be responsible for creating and revising 2D and basic 3D CAD drawings for mechanical components, converting sketches and engineer markups into accurate CAD drawings, and maintaining drawing accuracy. You will work closely with engineers and manufacturing teams to ensure that drawings meet production needs and comply with internal standards.

About You

Required:

1–3 years of CAD drafting experience or relevant technical education/training.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks (2D required, 3D preferred).
Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings and specifications.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred:

Experience supporting fabrication, welding, machining, or industrial manufacturing.
Familiarity with basic GD&T.
Knowledge of Bill of Materials (BOMs).
Experience with revision control and drawing change processes.
Associate degree, technical certificate, or coursework in drafting, engineering, or CAD design.

GTI Fabrication is a leading U.S.-based contract manufacturer specializing in complex steel enclosures and fully integrated systems for Energy Storage (BESS), Power Generation, Modular LNG, Data Centers, Defense, and Offshore markets. Founded in 2015 in Buffalo, NY, GTI has rapidly expanded with advanced manufacturing facilities in Buffalo, Phoenix, and Monterrey, offering over 1,000,000 sq. ft. of combined production space. Our capabilities span structural steel fabrication, precision welding, powder coating, mechanical and electrical integration, battery integration, and end-of-line testing—all under one roof. We are an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer and one of the only LRQA and ABS-approved ISO shipping container factories in the U.S., ensuring full TAA/BAA compliance for government and defense contracts. At GTI, we believe in long-term partnerships over vendor relationships. Our engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams work side-by-side with customers to bring complex products from prototype to mass production—on time, on budget, and at scale. Key Capabilities ✔ U.S. and Mexico-based Manufacturing ✔ BESS Enclosure Fabrication & Integration ✔ ISO Container Customization & Certification (CSC, ABS, LRQA) ✔ Power Gen Packaging & Modular Data Centers ✔ Busbar, Wire Harness, and Battery Module Assembly ✔ Robotic Welding & Automation ✔ Full-Service Engineering & Prototyping ✔ High Volume Manufacturing

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