Remote CAD Technician: AutoCAD Robotic Warehouses

Position Remote CAD Technician AutoCAD for Robotic Warehouses 1–3+ years of CAD design experience (mechanical, industrial, or system design environments) Proficiency with AutoCAD Exposure to or experience with 3D CAD tools (Revit, Solid Works, or similar) Understanding of system design vs. product development (focus is on layout and deployment, not product design) Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and translate them into deployment-ready designs Nice to Have Skills & Experience Experience with Revit or transitioning from 2D to 3D environments Background in material handling systems, warehouse design, or robotics deployments Familiarity with Solid Works or other CAD platforms Job Description A leading robotics client is seeking a CAD Technician to join their Deployment Engineering Support team in Westborough, MA (preferred; open to remote for strong candidates). This team focuses on designing and deploying robotic systems that automate warehouse operations across a large, nationwide network. This role is highly design-focused and will work closely with Solution Design and Mechanical Engineering teams to translate approved hardware designs into deployment-ready system layouts. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-sufficient, and able to take ownership of design work with minimal direction while maintaining high standards and delivering results. DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and maintain 2D and 3D CAD layouts for robotic system deployments Translate approved mechanical design “blocks” into full system layouts for real-world warehouse environments Create detailed plan and elevation drawings for buildings, work areas, and material handling systems Work closely with Solution Design Engineers and internal stakeholders to ensure designs meet deployment requirements Track and update designs as systems evolve and scale Contribute to the transition from 2D (AutoCAD) to 3D modeling environments (Revit) Balance responsibilities across ~30% mapping/layout work ~30% CAD drafting/design • ~20–30% expanding designs into 3D modeling and broader system scope • #J-18808-Ljbffr

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