Application Design Drafter

Fonroche Lighting America; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Generous PTO

Supportive, fast‑paced team

Job summary

Fonroche Lighting America in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Application Design Drafter to support the sales team by turning site information into professional drawings, photometric plans, and proposal packages. This is a drafting‑focused role that emphasizes accuracy and attention to detail.

Experience with AutoCAD is preferred, and training is provided for lighting‑specific software like AGi32. The role is on-site in Charlotte and involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, with

Qualifications

• Drafting experience preferred with AutoCAD or similar tools.
• Ability to learn AGi32 or other lighting design software.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Read site plans, measurements and technical details.
• Prepare clean design documents and communicate with sales.

Responsibilities

• Draft lighting layouts and photometric designs using AutoCAD/AGi32.
• Create pole layouts, fixture placements and site drawings.
• Compile proposal documents including BOMs and schedules.
• Maintain design libraries and enter project data into Salesforce.
• Collaborate with sales and leadership; assist with site measurements.

Skills

AutoCAD drafting

AGi32 learning

Drafting

Attention to detail

Technical reading

Communication

Team player

Tools

AutoCAD

AGi32

Job description

Who We Are

At Fonroche Lighting America, we are transforming outdoor lighting with autonomous solar-powered streetlights—a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to traditional grid-connected lighting. Our solutions help cities and commercial properties improve safety while reducing costs and energy use.

Location: Charlotte, NC (On-Site Role)

We are looking for an Application Design Drafter to support our sales team by creating lighting layouts, photometric models, and clean technical proposal documents.

About The Role

This is a drafting-focused role, ideal for someone with AutoCAD experience (or who wants to learn) who enjoys technical design work and wants to learn lighting layout tools like AGi32. You’ll support the sales team by turning site information, notes, and measurements into professional drawings, photometric plans, and proposal packages. This role does not require an engineering degree. If you have drafting experience and strong attention to detail, we can train you on the lighting‑specific software.

What You’ll Do

Drafting & Layouts

• Create lighting layouts, photometric designs, and renderings using AGi32, AutoCAD, or similar tools.
• Draft pole layouts, fixture placements, and site-specific drawings based on sales input.

Proposal Package Creation

• Compile proposal documents that include photometric layouts, fixture schedules, and bill of materials.
• Ensure all drawings and documents follow company standards and are accurate for customer review.

Documentation & Data Entry

• Maintain up-to-date product files, templates, and design libraries.
• Enter project details, specs, and BOM information into Salesforce (training provided).

Team Collaboration

• Support the sales team with quick-turn layouts and clean, professional design documents.
• Occasionally assist with site measurements or project reviews (minimal travel).

What You Bring

• Drafting Experience: AutoCAD or similar experience preferred.
• Ability to Learn Software: Comfortable learning AGi32 or other lighting design programs.
• Detail-Oriented Approach: Strong accuracy and organization in all drawings.
• Technical Mindset: Able to read site plans, measurements, and basic technical details.
• Communication Skills: Capable of preparing clean design documents and communicating clearly with sales.
• Team Player: Enjoys supporting cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced environment.
• On‑Site Requirement: Role is based in Charlotte for close collaboration with sales and leadership.

Compensation & Perks

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Generous PTO
• Supportive, fast‑paced team environment
• Growth Opportunities: Learn lighting design, solar sizing basics, and advanced photometrics