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CAD Engineer

TEKsystems

Nashville, TNContract / Temporary$35–50/hrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$35–50/hr
Location
Nashville, TN
Schedule
Contract / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License, required

Job overview

The CAD Engineer completes post-sale engineering deliverables for low-voltage projects, working with Sales, Preconstruction, and Operations to develop system designs, shop drawings, submittals, bills of materials, and installation documentation. The role supports project documentation and execution, including drawing revisions, change orders, technical reviews, and site visits. Low-voltage systems experience is preferred, and the position is fully onsite in Nashville.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CAD Drafting, requiredCAD Design, requiredCAD Engineering, requiredLow-Voltage Systems, nice to haveAutoCAD, requiredBluebeam, requiredMicrosoft Excel, requiredMicrosoft Word, requiredMicrosoft Outlook, requiredConstruction Drawing Interpretation, requiredOrganizational Skills, requiredAttention to Detail, requiredProject Management, requiredCommunication, requiredTeamwork, requiredLifting and Carrying, requiredClimbing and Site Navigation, required

Qualifications

3+ Years CAD Experience, requiredValid Driver's License, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Description

The experienced CAD Engineer is responsible for the accurate and timely completion of post-sale engineering deliverables for low-voltage projects. This role works closely with Sales, Preconstruction, and Operations teams to develop system designs, shop drawings, submittals, bills of materials, and installation documentation for security, access control, structured cabling, voice/data, and related systems.

Skills and Responsibilities

Create and maintain shop drawings, system layouts, installation documents, and as-built drawings.

Develop bills of materials, conformance estimates, and submittal packages based on project requirements.

Review plans, specifications, and sales estimates to ensure accurate project documentation.

Coordinate with Project Managers, Sales, Operations, and field teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Manage drawing revisions and document control using customer markups and field updates.

Assist with engineering support for change orders and project modifications.

Coordinate with subcontracted engineering resources as needed.

Visit project sites as needed to verify field conditions and support project execution.

Support Sales and Preconstruction teams with technical reviews and system layouts.

Qualifications

3+ years of CAD drafting, design, or engineering experience.

Experience with low-voltage systems such as security, access control, structured cabling, CCTV, or related technologies preferred.

Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Ability to read construction drawings, specifications, and project documents.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Valid Driver's License required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to visit construction sites as needed.

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and navigate active job sites.

Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

None

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

How this job compares

Set against the 424 open CAD Designer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$35–50/hr
  • US median$35–45/hr104 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $42.50/hr, is 8% above the US median midpoint ($39/hr) — in the middle half of CAD Designer hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 17 open CAD Designer jobs in Tennessee and 424 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; CAD Designer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (333 postings).
Education
64 of the 424 open CAD Designer jobs (15%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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