DRAFTER

Job Description

Job Description

Drafter – Metal Fabrication

We have partnered with a fast growing manufacturer for a skilled Drafter to join a growing metal fabrication team. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys turning designs into accurate, production-ready drawings and wants to play an important role from concept through fabrication.

What You’ll Do

• Create detailed 2D and 3D shop, fabrication, and assembly drawings

• Use AutoCAD and Revit to model aluminum components and assemblies

• Develop cut lists, material take-offs, and BOMs

• Read and interpret architectural, structural, and engineering drawings

• Work closely with estimators, project managers, fabricators, and installers to solve design and constructability challenges

• Revise drawings for change orders, field conditions, and engineering updates

• Create clear, fabrication-ready drawing packages that reduce errors and rework

• Help improve material usage through nesting and layout optimization

• Maintain organized drawings and documentation

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of drafting experience, ideally in metal fabrication, architectural metals, or a related industry

• Strong Revit skills; AutoCAD experience preferred

• Ability to read architectural and structural drawings

• Understanding of fabrication processes such as cutting, bending, welding, machining, and finishing

• Knowledge of GD&T and technical drawing principles

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects

• Good communication skills and the ability to work with both office and shop teams

A Plus

• Metal architectural systems, curtain walls, storefronts, windows, doors, railings, or custom metalwork

• CNC, nesting software, or ERP experience

• Knowledge of AAMA, ASTM, or AWS standards

• Parametric modeling or component library experience

• Previous fabrication shop experience