AutoCAD Drafter (2D/3D) - Collaborative Drafting Pro

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors seeks an entry-level CAD Drafter to transform rough sketches and engineer concepts into precise 2D and 3D drawings for construction and manufacturing projects. You will produce detailed plans and collaborate with project teams to ensure accuracy and practicality.

Education requirements include a high school diploma with an associate degree in drafting/engineering design preferred and up to 2 years of related experience or coursework.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.
• Certification not required at this level.
• Up to 2 years of relevant industrial drafting/design experience or related coursework.

Responsibilities

• Drawing Production: Create detailed plans, layouts, and cross-sections using AutoCAD.
• Design Translation: Turn rough hand sketches into final visual documents.
• Revisions: Update existing drawings based on client feedback, test results, or team redlines.
• Collaboration: Meet with project managers, engineers, and construction crews to ensure designs are practical and accurate.
• File Management: Organize, label, and maintain digital drawing libraries and project records.

Skills

Read blueprints

Engineering metrics understanding

Industry standards knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in drafting/engineering design

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors seeks an entry-level CAD Drafter to transform rough sketches and engineer concepts into precise 2D and 3D drawings for construction and manufacturing projects. You will produce detailed plans and collaborate with project teams to ensure accuracy and practicality.

Education requirements include a high school diploma with an associate degree in drafting/engineering design preferred and up to 2 years of related experience or coursework.