Lead Drafter

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Millwork Drafter

Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000

Join a growing custom millwork team and take the lead on high-end retail, hospitality, commercial interiors, and specialty fixture projects. We're seeking a seasoned millwork drafting professional who can transform design concepts into accurate, production-ready shop drawings while mentoring junior drafters and supporting manufacturing operations.

• Produce detailed shop drawings, fabrication packages, and construction documents for custom millwork projects.
• Lead technical detailing for luxury retail, architectural interiors, and custom fixture programs.
• Review drawings for accuracy, constructability, and manufacturing readiness.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Designers, CNC Programmers, and Production teams.
• Mentor and support junior drafters and detailers.
• Drive drafting standards, quality control, and process improvements.
• Support CNC and manufacturing integration through precise detailing and documentation.

• 10+ years of millwork drafting/detailing experience.
• Advanced AutoCAD skills.
• Strong Microvellum and CNC manufacturing knowledge.
• Expertise in millwork construction methods, materials, hardware, and fabrication processes.
• Ability to create highly detailed, production-ready shop drawings.
• Experience with custom woodwork, retail fixtures, cabinetry, architectural millwork, or high-end interiors.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience in a custom millwork manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading drafting teams and establishing standards.
• Familiarity with luxury retail, hospitality, and premium interior projects.

• Work on complex, design-driven projects from concept through production.
• Direct collaboration with leadership and key decision-makers.
• Opportunity to mentor others and influence drafting best practices.
• Stable, team-oriented environment focused on craftsmanship and innovation.

Schedule: Full-time, on-site | Typical start time: 7:00-7:30 AM

This is a Permanent position based out of Melville, NY.

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

401(k) Comprehensive healthcare Dental and vision coverage PTO Paid holidays Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Company events

This is a fully onsite position in Melville,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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