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Lofton.Jobs · Kenner, Louisiana
AutoCAD Technical Illustrator
Kenner, LA •Full-Time
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ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our client is a well-established Kenner-area manufacturer of industrial equipment with a long history and a worldwide customer base. Known for building durable, high-performance equipment — and for a culture that invests in the people who build it — they are adding a CAD Technical Illustrator to their team.
THE ROLE
This role creates and maintains the dimensional drawings, parts illustrations, and service information that support our client's Parts and Service Manuals across their full product line. Working primarily in AutoCAD, and drawing on engineering 3D models, photographs, and hands-on measurements taken in the factory, this position turns complex equipment into accurate, clear technical documentation. The role works closely with Engineering and the Technical Publications team and spends regular time on the production floor inspecting, measuring, and photographing machines and components.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Create, maintain, and update dimensional drawings for the complete product line
Develop accurate 2D dimensioned drawings and parts illustrations using AutoCAD 2D and 3D solid modeling
Create and modify complex 3D solid models to support dimensional drawings and technical illustrations
Use engineering 3D solid models as a primary resource for parts pages and illustrations
Supplement engineering models with photographs, measurements, and information gathered directly from equipment in the factory
Create parts pages and service pictorial information for Parts and Service Manuals
Work with engineers to determine dimensions, technical details, and written instructions needed for drawings and illustrations
Provide illustrations, drawings, and supporting graphics to technical writers
Research technical information to ensure accuracy and correct industry and company terminology
Safely access equipment as needed, including climbing ladders and working around, over, and underneath machinery
Maintain organized files for drawings, illustrations, photographs, and related technical information
Track assigned projects and manage priorities to meet deadlines
Assist with formatting, editing, and publishing technical documentation
SOFTWARE USED IN THIS ROLE
AutoCAD 2D/3D — dimensional drawings, 3D solid models, and parts illustrations (approx. 60%)
CorelDRAW — parts pages and technical illustrations (approx. 25%)
Creo — engineering 3D models as a reference for drawings and parts documentation (approx. 5%)
Adobe Photoshop — editing photographs for technical publications (approx. 5%)
Arbortext/Adobe — formatting and publishing technical documentation (approx. 5%)
Microsoft Office — documentation, tracking, and reporting
QUALIFICATIONS
3–5 years of experience in technical illustration, drafting, engineering documentation, technical writing, or a related field
Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and 3D solid modeling, including creating and modifying complex 3D models to produce 2D dimensioned drawings and parts illustrations
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, 3D models, photographs, and measurements
Experience creating parts illustrations, service manuals, technical documentation, or engineering drawings
Experience with Creo, CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop, Arbortext, and Adobe publishing software
Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Engineering, Drafting, Communications, Graphic Design, or a related field
Comfortable working hands-on in a manufacturing environment, including climbing ladders and accessing machinery
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) with company match, plus profit sharing
If you are a motivated professional with a passion for technical illustration and CAD design, we encourage you to apply. Join our team to help shape innovative solutions through precise visual communication and engineering excellence. All qualified candidates will be contacted in 2-3 business days.
Details
| Company | Lofton.Jobs |
| Location | Kenner, Louisiana |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | Full-time |
| Salary | $60,000 – $60,000 / yr |