Architectural/Structural Drafter

Archinect; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Direct mentorship from licensed PEs

Room to grow as the firm grows

Job summary

Archinect is looking for an Architectural/Structural Drafter in Irvine, CA to produce accurate, permit-ready construction documents. You'll work directly with engineers and designers on various projects.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of drafting experience, proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, and a solid grasp of construction documentation. This role offers competitive compensation and a hybrid work model, providing opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of drafting experience in architecture or structural engineering.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Strong understanding of construction documentation for permitting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare architectural and structural drawings from engineer markups.
• Develop permit-ready construction document sets.
• Coordinate drawings to ensure accuracy and constructability.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Drafting experience

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate in drafting/CAD, architecture, or engineering technology

Job description

About Us

New Beginnings Engineering is a structural engineering and architectural design firm based in Irvine, CA, licensed across 30+ states. We deliver complete A&E solutions for residential, custom home, commercial, multi-family, and industrial projects, including ADUs, foundation design, seismic retrofitting, load-bearing wall removal, and SB326/SB721 balcony inspections. We’re a tight-knit team that values precision, ownership, and doing right by our clients.

The Role

We’re hiring an Architectural/Structural Drafter to produce clean, accurate, permit‑ready construction documents. You’ll work directly with our engineers and designers to turn markups, sketches, and calculations into coordinated drawing sets that move projects through plan check and into construction. This is a hybrid role based out of our Irvine office.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare architectural and structural drawings, including plans, sections, details, and schedules, from engineer markups and design intent
• Develop permit‑ready construction document sets for residential, custom home, commercial, and multi-family projects
• Coordinate drawings across disciplines to ensure accuracy and constructability
• Incorporate redlines, revisions, and plan‑check corrections promptly
• Maintain drawing standards, layering, title blocks, and file organization
• Communicate with engineers and project managers to keep sets on schedule

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of drafting experience in architecture, structural engineering, or construction, though strong entry‑level candidates with relevant training will be considered
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
• Working knowledge of construction documentation and how a set comes together for permitting
• Familiarity with California building codes, including CBC/IBC, and the plan‑check process a plus
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow‑through
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent experience in drafting/CAD, architecture, or engineering technology

Nice to Have

• Experience with residential and light‑commercial structural drawings
• Knowledge of wood, steel, concrete, and cold‑formed steel (CFS) framing
• Exposure to ADUs, seismic retrofits, or tenant improvement projects

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Hybrid schedule with a collaborative Irvine office
• Direct mentorship from licensed PEs and exposure to a wide range of project types
• Room to grow as the firm grows

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a portfolio or sample drawing set, in PDF format, demonstrating your CAD/Revit work. Applications without work samples are welcome, but samples are strongly preferred.

New Beginnings Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.