Architectural Designer

Draftech; Eagle (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with HSA

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and

Professional development and growth

Job summary

Draftech is seeking a Residential Architectural Designer to join our award-winning residential design team. You will guide projects from concept to refined plans, collaborating with homeowners, builders, and engineers.

Bring 6+ years of residential design experience and a degree in Architecture, Drafting, or Interior Design. Proficiency in CAD drafting is required, with a focus on functional layouts, elevations, and compliant systems. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in residential design.
• Degree in Architecture, Architectural Design, Drafting, or Interior Design (2-4-year).
• Proven experience leading client meetings and guiding full home designs.

Responsibilities

• Design thoughtful residential floor plans and exterior elevations.
• Develop site plans, 3D models, and presentation drawings.
• Work with homeowners, builders, contractors, and engineers.
• Incorporate client feedback, redlines, and regulatory comments.
• Coordinate with drafting staff to communicate design intent.
• Manage projects with clear, professional communication.
• Apply creative problem-solving to design challenges.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Graphic communication

Education

Architecture/Drafting/Interior Design degree (2-4-year)

Tools

CAD drafting software

Job description

Design homes. Shape lifestyles. Grow your career.

Draftech is now hiring a Residential Architectural Designer to join our award-winning residential design team. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, motivated designer who thrives in projects that range from production homes to custom home design and enjoys working directly with builders and homeowners.

You’ll be involved in every stage of the residential design process, from concept to refined plans, while collaborating with a talented, dynamic team in a fast-paced yet supportive environment.

What You’ll Do

• Design thoughtful, functional residential floor plans and exterior elevations
• Develop site plans, 3D models, and presentation-quality drawings (C.D.’s not required)
• Work directly with homeowners, builders, contractors, and engineers
• Interpret and incorporate client feedback, redlines, and regulatory comments
• Coordinate with drafting staff to ensure design intent is accurately communicated
• Manage projects and maintain clear, professional communication
• Apply creative problem-solving to reconcile design challenges

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
• Proficiency in CAD drafting software (required)
• Solid understanding of residential floor plans, exterior elements, and roof design
• Knowledge of IRC codes and residential building systems
• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and solution-focused

Experience & Education

• 6+ years of job-related work experience in residential design required
• Degree in Architecture, Architectural Design, Drafting, or Interior Design (2-4-year)
• Proven experience leading client meetings and guiding full home designs
• Pay Range: $70,000 – $90,000 annually (DOE, paid hourly)
• Medical Insurance with Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Professional development and growth support

Why This Role Stands Out

If you’re a residential designer who wants more than repetitive drafting, this role was created for you. At Draftech, you won’t be buried in production or disconnected from the design process. You’ll have true creative ownership, work directly with clients, and see your designs move from concept to beautifully built homes.

We value smart design, clear communication, and creative problem-solving. Our designers are trusted, respected, and empowered to make decisions. You’ll collaborate with experienced professionals who care about quality and who enjoy what they do.

This is a place where:

• Your ideas are heard and implemented
• You work on custom homes as well as builder production projects
• You grow professionally with support, mentorship, and flexibility
• You’re part of a stable, award-winning firm with a 28-year track record
• Work–life balance is respected, not just talked about
• Work alongside mentors with a teaching mindset

If you’re driven, design-focused, and want to build a long-term career with a company that values both great work and great people, we’d love to hear from you.