CAD Design and Drafter Staffing Services in Portland

Tier2Tek Staffing operates as a full-service CAD Staffing Agency in Portland, offering direct hire recruitment for CAD drafters and design technicians. As demand grows in December, we continue helping Portland-based organizations expand with the right technical hires. Our recruiting process is built to support businesses at every stage of growth.
With expertise in CAD drafters staffing, CAD drafter recruiting, and AutoCAD staffing, we provide candidates who are ready to contribute from day one. Whether you need one drafter or a full design team, we have the talent you’re looking for.
CAD Roles We Staff – December
Our Portland-based staffing team connects businesses with qualified CAD professionals for both high-volume hiring and hard-to-fill technical roles. Below is a breakdown of CAD positions and industries we serve across the city.
| CAD Role | Industry | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CAD Drafter | Architecture | Portland |
| QC Checker | Manufacturing | Beaverton |
| Plot Drafter | Land Surveying | Hillsboro |
| Revit Drafter | Construction | Gresham |
| Finals Drafter | Engineering | Tigard |
| Survey Technician | Land Surveying | Lake Oswego |
| AutoCAD Drafter | Engineering | Vancouver, WA |
| SolidWorks Tech | Product Design | Tualatin |
Industries Served in Portland

We provide CAD staffing solutions across Portland’s leading industries and more. Whether you’re seeking an AutoCAD draftsman or a Fusion 360 technician, we support teams with the right candidates.

Military Contracting & Design
- Clearance Drafter
- BOM Tech
- Weapons Layout Designer
- CAD Config Analyst
- Defense Drafter

Aerospace Engineering
- Launch Drafter
- Aerospace Designer
- Component Modeler
- Thermal Layout Tech
- Spacecraft Assistant

Manufacturing
- Mechanical Designer
- Layout Tech
- Tooling Drafter
- Assembly Tech
- Install Planner

Industrial Production
- CNC CAD Programmer
- Sheet Metal Drafter
- Conveyor Layout Designer
- Piping CAD Tech
- Custom Part Detailer

Precision Fabrication
- SolidWorks Drafter
- Pattern Designer
- View Modeler
- Weld Drafter
- BOM Drafter

Product Design & Assembly
- Product CAD Modeler
- Prototype Drafter
- BOM Technician
- Packaging Designer
- CAM Tech
Common Software Used by CAD Technicians
Our candidates are skilled in a range of CAD and design software. Below is a table of commonly used platforms:
| Software | Application Area |
|---|---|
| AutoCAD | Drafting & Design |
| Revit | BIM & Architectural Design |
| SolidWorks | Mechanical & Product Design |
| Fusion 360 | 3D Modeling & Product Dev |
| Civil 3D | Civil Engineering |
| MicroStation | Infrastructure & Transportation |
| SketchUp | Architectural Visualization |
CAD professionals in Portland often use a mix of traditional and advanced software depending on industry needs and project types.
Why Companies Choose Tier2Tek Staffing

Direct Hire Expertise
Tailored Hiring Insights
Lower Hiring Costs
Quick and Open Communication
Support That Grows With You
Built on Performance
Areas We Serve
We provide CAD staffing solutions across Portland and surrounding business districts. Available 24 hours, Monday through Friday.
| Portland Beaverton Hillsboro Gresham | Tigard Lake Oswego Vancouver, WA Tualatin |
Our Recruitment Process
4-step process ensures we deliver the right fit every time:
- Understand your hiring need
- Source top candidates
- Screen for skills and fit
- Present qualified professionals

CAD Staffing Case Studies

Traditional Energy Provider
Challenge: Lacked resources for updating electrical schematics.
Solution: Supplied AutoCAD drafters with utility experience.
Result: Team met internal project goals on time.

Utilities Firm
Challenge: Needed drafters for substation and power grid work.
Solution: Delivered talent skilled in utility layouts and P&ID.
Result: Hired 2 CAD techs to support expansion.

Municipal Utility Group
Challenge: Needed CAD staff for substation design updates.
Solution: Delivered drafters with grid and P&ID expertise.
Result: Engineering tasks were completed efficiently.
FAQs About CAD Staffing in Portland
Most CAD positions can be filled within 2–3 days, depending on how responsive the hiring manager is during the process.
Yes, we recruit for both entry-level and experienced CAD drafters ready for direct hire.
Absolutely. We support high-volume staffing for growing businesses and major projects.
Yes, we can recruit for both remote and onsite CAD roles depending on your needs.
We work with architecture, engineering, land surveying, manufacturing, and more.
Let’s Get Started with Your CAD Hiring
Ready to hire CAD talent in Portland? Reach out to Tier2Tek Staffing today. We’re here to support your team with reliable direct hire staffing for drafters and design professionals.