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CAD Operator/Programmer

Reliance

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Birmingham, AL · Posted November 9, 2026

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Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Repetitive Motion, Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse) Function in the Job

Sedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Job Function

• Responsible for transforming initial rough product designs using computer-aided design (CAD) into working documents. • Prepares lay-outs, drawings and designs according to engineering specifications. • Performs take off on blueprints/drawings. • Reviews engineering drawings and supporting documentation and analyzes designs. • Retrieves any necessary details to complete drawing, layout or design. • Works with the sales representative responsible for the sales order or quote and/or customers for drawing information and verification. • Program Burning Machines • Program burning, drilling and beveling machines • Assists sales reps and/or outlying service centers with CAD inquiries and/or estimating jobs. • Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards. • All other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Required Skills

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required. • AutoCad training and/or experience in the steel industry preferred. • Basic knowledge of custom processing equipment capabilities required. • Ability to read and extract parts from assembly drawings required. • Knowledge of arithmetic required. • Strong computer proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft applications required. • Ability to exercise discretion when handling sensitive/confidential sales information required. • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required. • Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge,

• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and customers/vendors required.

• Responsible for transforming initial rough product designs using computer-aided design (CAD) into working documents. • Prepares lay-outs, drawings and designs according to engineering specifications. • Performs take off on blueprints/drawings. • Reviews engineering drawings and supporting documentation and analyzes designs. • Retrieves any necessary details to complete drawing, layout or design. • Works with the sales representative responsible for the sales order or quote and/or customers for drawing information and verification. • Program Burning Machines • Program burning, drilling and beveling machines • Assists sales reps and/or outlying service centers with CAD inquiries and/or estimating jobs. • Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards. • All other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required. • AutoCad training and/or experience in the steel industry preferred. • Basic knowledge of custom processing equipment capabilities required. • Ability to read and extract parts from assembly drawings required. • Knowledge of arithmetic required. • Strong computer proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft applications required. • Ability to exercise discretion when handling sensitive/confidential sales information required. • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required. • Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge,

• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and customers/vendors required.