CAD Design and Drafter Staffing Services in Portland

Tier2Tek Staffing is a dedicated CAD Staffing Agency in Portland, providing direct hire recruitment for businesses in need of CAD drafters and technical design talent. We help companies across Portland meet staffing demands with fast, reliable hiring that supports long-term growth. In August, we’re proud to offer high-quality staffing options for drafting roles of all levels.
Our expertise includes CAD drafter recruiting, AutoCAD staffing, and full-scale CAD design and drafter placements. We work with engineering and project-based teams to ensure every hire aligns with company goals and deadlines.
CAD Roles We Staff – August
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.

Energy & Utilities
- Utility Drafter
- Substation Designer
- P&ID Drafter
- Grid Tech
- Power CAD Tech

Power & Infrastructure
- AutoCAD Utility Drafter
- Cable Designer
- Energy Layout Tech
- SCADA Diagram Drafter
- Energy Planner

Public Works & Utilities
- Utility Drafter
- Inspector Support Tech
- Drainage Designer
- Water Layout Drafter
- Energy Drafter

Renewable Energy Design
- Solar Designer
- Wind Layout Drafter
- Energy Modeler
- Storage Drafter
- Site Planning Tech

Aerospace & Defense
- Aerospace Drafter
- Defense Designer
- Assembly Drafter
- Documentation Tech
- Defense Modeler

Avionics & Airframe Design
- Harness Drafter
- Airframe Specialist
- Systems Tech
- Sheet Metal Drafter
- Drawing Reviewer
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

CAD Talent Without Delay
Smart, Targeted Hiring
Reduced Hiring Overhead
Always Available Communication
Solutions Built to Scale
Consistent Quality Delivery
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

Industrial Equipment Fabricator
Challenge: Needed CAD help for machine layouts and BOMs.
Solution: Placed drafters experienced in production design.
Result: Workflow accelerated without delays.

Land Surveying Firm
Challenge: Required plat and topo drafters for municipal projects.
Solution: Provided CAD techs skilled in ALTA and parcel mapping.
Result: Faster turnaround and improved documentation.

Topographic Mapping Firm
Challenge: Needed help drafting plats and elevation data.
Solution: Delivered techs experienced with topo and ALTA.
Result: Project volume handled with ease.
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.