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CAD Design & Drafting

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Use CAD software for mechanical product design, drafting, and modifications to assist engineers in realizing designs.

Daily work

  • 01Create 3D models and 2D engineering drawings based on design requirements
  • 02Modify and update existing drawings to reflect design changes
  • 03Communicate with engineers to confirm dimensions, tolerances, and materials
  • 04Output drawings and assist production departments in interpreting technical details
  • 05Organize and archive design files to ensure version control

Ability requirements

Hard skills

  • Proficient in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA
  • Knowledge of mechanical drafting standards (e.g., GB, ISO)
  • Understanding of common material properties and manufacturing processes
  • Ability to perform 3D modeling and assembly design

Soft skills

  • Detail-oriented and meticulous about drawing accuracy
  • Strong communication and collaboration across teams
  • Problem-solving skills to quickly adapt to design changes

Best suited for

Ideal for patient, detail-oriented individuals who enjoy hands-on technical work and can handle some repetitive tasks.

Less suited for

Not suitable for those who crave creative freedom, dislike rigid standards, or cannot focus on details for extended periods.

Salary (monthly)

10KMedian
Bottom 6KTop 18K

Pre-tax estimate, tier-1 cities with social insurance · reference only

Profile

Higher is better
Stability4
Transferability4
Growth3
AI Resistance3
Autonomy / Remote-friendly3
Lower is better
Work Intensity4
Entry Difficulty3
Education Threshold3
Major Relevance3
Competition3

MBTI Fit

ISTJINTPESTJISFP
High intensityStableEasy to transfer

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Disclaimer: Salary figures on this page are estimated pre-tax monthly pay for positions with social-insurance contributions in China's tier-1 cities; other cities are converted using regional coefficients. Dimension scores and MBTI fit are editorial estimates, provided for reference only, and do not constitute any promise or advice.