Manufacturing CAD & CNC Technician

Location: Lincoln, Nebraska Schedule: Monday–Friday, Day Shift Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly Work Arrangement: On-Site Build Something Real EBM Manufacturing is looking for a Manufacturing CAD & CNC Technician to join our team in Lincoln, Nebraska. If you enjoy working with CAD, 3D modeling, solving manufacturing problems, and seeing your work turn into a finished product, this is an opportunity to put your technical skills to work. EBM Manufacturing designs and builds bulk material-handling and screening equipment for agricultural and industrial applications. Our products include conveyors, feeder screws, sectional flighting, spouting, screening equipment, and custom-fabricated components. In this position, you'll work at the intersection of CAD design, drafting, engineering, CNC, and manufacturing. Your primary responsibilities will include creating and revising 2D production drawings, 3D models and assemblies, Bills of Material, and other engineering documentation, along with creating CNC files and nesting layouts used directly by our production team. Your work will go directly from the computer to the shop floor to help our production team turn designs into real, finished products. What You'll Do CAD Drafting & Engineering Support • Create and revise 2D production and fabrication drawings using AutoCAD. • Create and modify 3D models and assemblies using SolidWorks. • Develop detailed production, fabrication, and assembly drawings. • Translate engineering concepts and project requirements into accurate manufacturing drawings. • Review drawings, specifications, dimensions, and project requirements for accuracy. • Create and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs) for parts, assemblies, and projects. • Maintain drawing revisions and engineering documentation. • Work with engineering and production personnel to resolve drawing and design issues. • Make drawing and design adjustments based on manufacturing requirements and feedback from the shop floor. CNC & Manufacturing Support • Create and prepare CNC files and nesting layouts for production. • Use CNC software to optimize material utilization and prepare files for cutting operations. • Work with ProNest, TruFlight, Radan, or similar CNC/nesting software. • Review CNC files and layouts for accuracy before releasing them to production. • Translate CAD drawings into accurate, production-ready CNC files. • Work closely with fabrication and production personnel to resolve material and manufacturing issues. • Support production involving plasma cutting, laser cutting, waterjet cutting, forming, and custom steel fabrication. • Help identify opportunities to reduce material waste, improve efficiency, and simplify manufacturing processes. Production & ERP Support • Create and maintain shop work orders and production information in VET ERP. • Maintain accurate project, production, and inventory information. • Assist with production scheduling and work-order documentation. • Maintain organized engineering and manufacturing records. • Communicate with engineering, fabrication, assembly, and production teams to keep projects moving. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is technically minded, detail-oriented, and comfortable working between CAD/design work and a manufacturing environment. Required Qualifications • Experience or education in CAD, drafting, engineering technology, manufacturing technology, mechanical design, or a related field. • Working experience with AutoCAD or similar 2D CAD software. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and manufacturing specifications. • Strong attention to detail and accuracy. • Ability to understand how a digital drawing translates into a physical manufactured component. • Strong problem-solving and communication skills. • Ability to work independently while collaborating with engineering and production teams. Preferred Qualifications • SolidWorks experience, including 3D parts and assemblies. • Experience creating CNC files or nesting layouts. • Experience with ProNest, TruFlight, Radan, or similar CNC software. • Experience creating or maintaining Bills of Material (BOMs). • Experience with ERP systems, particularly work orders, inventory, or production management. • Experience in metal fabrication, steel manufacturing, plasma/laser cutting, waterjet cutting, machining, forming, or assembly. • Manufacturing or production engineering experience. • Experience with drawing revision control and production documentation. We're willing to train the right person on EBM's specific software and processes. If you have strong CAD skills and a manufacturing mindset but don't have experience with every system listed above, we still encourage you to apply. Why EBM Manufacturing? At EBM, you won't spend your day simply moving lines around on a screen. You'll see your work become a real product. EBM has been manufacturing equipment in Nebraska since 1976 and serves agricultural and industrial customers with bulk material-handling equipment, screening technology, custom fabrication, and precision cutting and forming. You'll work alongside engineering and manufacturing professionals to create products that are ultimately fabricated, assembled, and shipped to customers across the country and around the world. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in CAD, mechanical design, CNC, manufacturing engineering, or production technology. Compensation & Benefits Pay: $22.00–$26.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. • Benefits include: • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Health Savings Account • Flexible Spending Account • Life Insurance • 401(k) / Retirement Plan • Paid Sick Leave • Paid Holidays • Paid Vacation Schedule Monday–Friday | Day Shift Occasional overtime or weekend work may be required based on production needs. This is a fully on-site position in Lincoln, Nebraska and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work. Ready to Build Something? If you have experience with CAD drafting, 3D modeling, mechanical design, CNC programming/nesting, or manufacturing and want to work in an environment where your work directly contributes to the products being built, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today to join the EBM Manufacturing team.