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CAD Designer

设计·美术、3D、动画

Create and modify technical drawings using CAD software to support engineering and design projects.

Daily work

  • 01Create 2D or 3D models based on sketches or specifications.
  • 02Modify existing drawings and document changes.
  • 03Communicate with engineers to ensure designs meet requirements.
  • 04Check dimensions, annotations, and accuracy of drawings.
  • 05Maintain and archive drawing library files.
  • 06Participate in design reviews and suggest revisions.

Ability requirements

Hard skills

  • Proficient in mainstream CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks.
  • Familiar with national standards for mechanical or architectural drafting.
  • Strong spatial visualization and geometric thinking.
  • Understanding of common materials, processes, and engineering codes.
  • Basic 3D modeling and rendering skills.

Soft skills

  • Detail-oriented and patient, able to focus on drafting tasks for long periods.
  • Good communication skills to accurately understand requirements.
  • Team collaboration to coordinate with multiple departments.
  • Time management to deliver drawings on schedule.
  • Problem-solving to detect and correct errors promptly.

Best suited for

Suitable for methodical, detail-oriented individuals who enjoy technical drawing and can handle some repetitive tasks.

Less suited for

Not suitable for those seeking high creative freedom, disliking standardized processes, or lacking patience.

Salary (monthly)

10KMedian
Bottom 6KTop 18K

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

Profile

Higher is better
Growth3
Stability3
Autonomy / Remote-friendly3
Transferability3
AI Resistance2
Lower is better
Work Intensity4
Entry Difficulty3
Major Relevance3
Competition3
Education Threshold2

MBTI Fit

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High intensity

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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.