Junior CAD Technician

Position: Junior CAD Technician
Location: Karachi, Pakistan — Office-based
Employment type: Full-time
Reports to: Company Director / Engineering Manager / Drafting Lead

About the role

We’re looking for a reliable Junior CAD Technician to support our engineering and design teams by producing accurate 2D and 3D drawings, updating as-built documentation, and maintaining CAD standards. This is an excellent entry-level role for someone with technical drafting training and a strong attention to detail who wants to grow into a technical design role.

Key responsibilities

• Produce and update 2D CAD drawings and basic 3D models from sketches, BIM models, and engineering notes.
• Translate engineer / architect instructions into clear, dimensioned drawings ready for production, procurement, and site teams.
• Prepare drawing revisions, markups, and issue-controlled drawing sets (PDFs, DWGs) and maintain the drawing register.
• Apply and maintain company CAD standards (layering, naming conventions, title blocks, scales).
• Assist in preparing shop drawings, fabrication details, and material take-offs as directed.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and site staff to clarify details and incorporate feedback.
• Scan and digitize paper drawings; archive both electronic and physical documentation.
• Support QA checks: verify dimensions, tolerances, and notes for completeness before issuing drawings.
• Assist with basic BIM tasks or keep model views current (if applicable).
• Perform other drafting-related administrative tasks (plotting, file backups, version control).

Required qualifications & experience

• Diploma / certificate in CAD, Drafting, Civil/Mechanical/Architectural Technology, or related field.
• 0–2 years’ practical CAD/drafting experience (internships, college projects, or entry-level roles acceptable).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D) is essential.
• Basic understanding of drawing conventions, dimensioning, tolerances, and scales.
• Good computer skills and familiarity with Windows, file management, and PDF tools.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical, accuracy-first mindset.

Preferred skills

• Exposure to one or more of: Revit, SolidWorks, MicroStation, Inventor, or SketchUp.
• Basic knowledge of building/structural/mechanical drawings relevant to your industry (construction, MEP, manufacturing, etc.).
• Experience with title blocks, templates, and drawing registers.
• Familiarity with material take-offs and simple quantity estimation.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.

Competencies & attributes

• Meticulous and organized — keeps files and versions tidy.
• Comfortable following standards and taking direction from senior staff.
• Eager to learn and improve CAD/BIM skills.
• Able to manage multiple small tasks and meet deadlines.
• Problem-solver with a practical, hands-on approach.

Performance expectations / KPIs (examples)

• Drawing accuracy / first-pass approval rate (target: ≥ 95% accuracy).
• Average turnaround time for small drawing revisions (e.g., within 24–48 hours depending on priority).
• Timely updating of drawing register and version control (100% compliance).
• Number of corrective revisions required after QA (target: minimal).

Working conditions

• Standard office hours with occasional extended hours during project deadlines.
• Mostly desk-based CAD work
• Role involves prolonged computer use and detailed visual inspection of drawings.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person