CAD Technician

Standex Electronics designs custom-engineered solutions across sensing, switching, and power magnetics for high-reliability applications. 

Organized around three strategic platforms—DETECT, GRID, and EDGE—we design and manufacture technologies that enable precision sensing and measurement, efficient power conversion, and advanced electronic performance. Our solutions support the global acceleration of electrification, expand energy infrastructure, and power next-generation technologies across critical markets. We drive growth through new product development, deeper engagement with customers’ engineering, geographic expansion, and targeted acquisitions. 

Our global manufacturing footprint spans the United States, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, China, and India. 

We are looking for a CAD Technician who is a technical professional responsible for the generation and creations of complex technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with industry standards. This individual will coordinate with engineering and the CM Manager to resolve design conflicts and incorporate revisions.

What You'll Do 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Create general 2D mechanical and tooling drawings for use in Sample Documentation, production prints, courtesy prints and related paperwork.

Prepare and reviews sample documentation for accuracy as necessary.

Assist with the creation and review of tooling drawings.

Release new and updated prints.

Process ECNs/ECOs to ensure documentation is released, controlled, and remains accurate. 

Accurately update prints as Change Notifications are processed.

Work in conjunction with Engineering to prepare and process Catalog Change Notifications.

Enter information from the job pack into document control software.

Scan information into the ERP system as required.

Create and maintains document control procedures as required.

Review the order history report (OHR or equivalent) for orders missing released prints.

Prepare the release of a new engineering part for all missing items.

Assign the part with information received from sales.

Track progress of all open engineering parts to their completion.

Prepare engineering parts within the ERP system.

Attach the appropriate approval routing.

Attach the document requirements, ensuring proper documentation is attached.

Maintain Prints and customer files.  Updates as required.

Track Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) within the ERP.

Attach the appropriate approval routing.

Attach the document requirements, ensuring proper documentation is attached.

Update the print within the ERP, archiving the old revision.

Track and processes Catalog Change and Administrative Change Notifications.

Maintain Approval routings in the ERP.

Work closely with all functions to ensure information is relayed and documented for a smooth release of new products to production. 

Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring 

Degree or equivalent experience.

Extensive knowledge of the AutoCAD program and other design and modeling tools is desired.

A basic understanding of general electrical terms.

Ability to interpret documents, such as engineering prints, to determine accuracy, and to analyze possible changes needed.

Ability to speak fluently with Management and fellow employees

Ability to prepare drawings and lists for engineering

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out daily tasks and instructions when furnished in written, oral, and diagram form.

What We Value 

Knowledge of coil, transformer, and inductor design. 

Knowledge of manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability. 

Understanding of 2D/3D Modeling Software, Finite Element Analysis, and Simulation Software. 

Ability to read, create and critique detailed technical wiring diagrams, schematics, and bill of materials. 

Understanding of statistical methods and tools. 

Ability to balance and prioritize multiple work efforts to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

Ability to promote and develop subordinate self-management skills including accountability, self-motivation, and time management. 

Strong organizational skills with a process-oriented mindset. 

Ability to work in a team environment.

Strong analytical work methodology and critical thinking skills. 

Solid verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. 

A commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. 

Self-starter, ability to work without close supervision.