CAD Design and Drafter Staffing Services in Portland

As a professional CAD Staffing Agency in Portland, Tier2Tek Staffing offers direct hire staffing to support growing drafting departments and engineering teams. We help Portland companies fill key CAD design and drafter roles with qualified professionals who are ready for long-term success. In April, we continue delivering tailored hiring services to meet your technical staffing needs.
We specialize in CAD drafters staffing and AutoCAD staffing, sourcing talent for both ongoing and upcoming projects. Our CAD drafter recruiting process ensures that each candidate fits your skills requirements and project timelines.
CAD Roles We Staff – April
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.

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

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
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

The Right Talent, Right Away
Up-to-Date Hiring Expertise
Budget-Friendly Recruitment
Responsive Every Step
Hiring That Scales
Consistent Results
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

Structural Engineering Company
Challenge: Needed help with concrete and steel detailing.
Solution: Provided CAD techs experienced in structural layouts.
Result: Team output improved with faster documentation.

Construction Company
Challenge: Needed multiple CAD drafters for active commercial builds.
Solution: Delivered candidates with site plan and permit experience.
Result: All roles filled in 5 days, keeping projects on track.

Architecture Firm
Challenge: Short on AutoCAD and Revit drafters for a large project.
Solution: Sourced dual-skilled candidates with commercial design backgrounds.
Result: Two hires onboarded, ensuring timely progress.
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.