Auto-Cad Drafter

Goodwill Industries of West Michigan, Inc.; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of West Michigan, Inc. is seeking an Auto-CAD Drafter to join our metal fabrication team in Michigan. This full-time temporary role blends hands-on fabrication with precise drafting duties, translating engineering plans into shop drawings.

Responsibilities include creating 2D and 3D AutoCAD drawings, interpreting blueprints and welding symbols, and ensuring dimensional accuracy. Collaboration with project managers and shop staff is essential to resolve design issues before

Qualifications

• 2 to 5+ years of combined experience in structural steel fabrication and CAD drafting.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD (2D/3D).
• Familiarity with Tekla Structures or SolidWorks is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft 2D and 3D fabrication drawings and parts lists in AutoCAD.
• Read and interpret structural/architectural drawings and welding symbols.
• Measure and prepare raw steel components for fabrication.
• Assemble parts using MIG, TIG, or stick welding per specs.
• Inspect finished pieces for dimensional accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to resolve design conflicts.

Skills

AutoCAD 2D/3D

Blueprint interpretation

Tools

Tekla Structures

SolidWorks

Job description

Auto-Cad Drafter, Full-Time, Temporary

Job Overview - This dual-role position combines hands-on metal fabrication with technical drafting. You will interpret engineering plans, turn them into precise AutoCAD shop drawings.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting & Design: Create accurate 2D and 3D fabrication drawings, assembly views, and parts lists using AutoCAD.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret structural engineering plans, architectural drawings, and welding symbols.
• Material Preparation: Measure, cut, saw, shear, and shape raw steel components (beams, plates, tubes).
• Welding & Assembly: Join and assemble metal parts using MIG, TIG, or stick welding according to exact project dimensions.
• Quality Control: Inspect finished pieces, verify dimensions against drawings, and ensure compliance with industry standards like AISC or AWS.
• Work alongside project managers, engineers, and shop teams to troubleshoot design conflicts before and during production.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 2 to 5+ years of combined experience in structural steel fabrication and CAD drafting.
• Software Skills: Strong proficiency in AutoCAD (2D/3D); familiarity with Tekla Structures or SolidWorks is a strong plus.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of steel properties, welding symbols, cutting tolerances, and shop math.