[Hiring] CAD Drafter/Designer @Very

Role Description

As a CAD Drafter / Designer at Very, you'll turn engineering concepts into precise, production-ready designs for the physical systems our clients depend on. Working primarily in AutoDesk Inventor, you'll model and detail steel sheet metal components and large-scale mechanical assemblies — the kind that show up on factory floors and inside industrial machinery — and help our clients move from concept to fabrication with confidence.

You'll partner closely with mechanical engineers, fabricators, and clients to make sure every drawing is not just accurate, but buildable. If you enjoy the craft of clean, manufacturable CAD work and want to see your designs become real, physical equipment, we'd love to talk.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or technical certificate in drafting, mechanical design, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
• 3-5 years of relevant experience as a CAD drafter or designer in a manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical design environment

Requirements

• Create 3D models, assemblies, and fabrication drawings in AutoDesk Inventor for steel sheet metal parts and structures
• Design and detail large-scale mechanical assemblies for equipment such as factory machinery
• Collaborate with engineers to convert concept designs into production-ready drawings
• Ensure designs are accurate and manufacturable before release
• Prepare and maintain bills of materials (BOMs) and drawing documentation
• Coordinate with fabrication and shop teams to resolve design questions during production
• Maintain organized CAD files and revision records
• Support design reviews and incorporate feedback from engineering, manufacturing, and clients

Benefits

• Hourly rate: $70/hr USD
• Expect approximately 40 hours per week
• Contract Type: 1099 Independent Contractor
• This role requires availability during core client business hours 9-5 ET.
• The contractor must be available to join and actively participate in client calls, internal team meetings, and daily standups as scheduled.
• You must be located within the contiguous US and have a valid work authorization.
• Must have access to your own computer/device, design software, and a reliable internet connection.

Company Description

Very is a fully distributed technology firm led by expert problem-solvers who create efficient, scalable solutions that move commercial, industrial, and consumer products from pilot to production in record time. We believe that real innovation happens in the grind, working shoulder to shoulder with clients who are building the future. Our team thrives on that energy.

We’ve built a collaborative, tight-knit culture that thrives in both remote and in-person settings. We’ve won numerous workplace awards over the years, including Great Place to Work certification and recognition from Parity.org as a Best Company for Women to Advance.

Our clients include well-known brands like Vizio, Peloton, Clear, iHeart Radio, and Fellowes — all determined to leverage connected devices and AI to drive meaningful impact.