AutoCAD Drafter/Designer - Paramount, CA

Crawford Thomas LLC; Paramount (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite work in Paramount

Paramount, CA location

Job summary

Crawford Thomas LLC in Paramount, CA is seeking an experienced AutoCAD Drafter/Designer to develop detailed shop, mechanical, and production drawings for commercial and residential construction projects. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and construction teams to ensure designs meet project specifications and production requirements.

The role requires strong AutoCAD and Revit skills, with 7+ years in AutoCAD and 5+ years in Revit, and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Qualifications

• 7+ years AutoCAD experience in mechanical, civil, or architectural design.
• 5+ years Revit experience required.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Create and revise shop drawings, mechanical drawings, and production plans for client approval and manufacturing.
• Develop detailed part drawings and construction documentation using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Review drawings for accuracy, quality, and constructability.
• Manage drawing revisions, project requests, and CAD schedules.
• Establish and maintain CAD design standards and procedures.
• Organize drawing archives and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and construction teams to meet deadlines.
• Provide weekly updates on project progress and drawing schedules.

Skills

AutoCAD drafting

3D modeling

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Autodesk

SolidWorks

Job description

AUTOCAD DRAFTER / DESIGNER – COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

Location: Paramount, CA | Onsite

Salary: $80,000 Annually

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 7+ Years AutoCAD | 5+ Years Revit Required

Software: AutoCAD, Revit, Autodesk & SolidWorks

Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced AutoCAD Drafter / Designer to develop detailed shop, mechanical, and production drawings for commercial and residential construction projects.

You’ll collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and construction teams to ensure accurate, high-quality designs that meet project specifications and production requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Create and revise shop drawings, mechanical drawings, and production plans for client approval and manufacturing.
• Develop detailed part drawings and construction documentation using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Review drawings for accuracy, quality, and constructability.
• Manage drawing revisions, project requests, and CAD schedules.
• Establish and maintain CAD design standards and procedures.
• Organize drawing archives and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and construction teams to meet deadlines.
• Provide weekly updates on project progress and drawing schedules.

What You’ll Bring

• 7+ years of AutoCAD experience in mechanical, civil, or architectural design.
• 5+ years of Revit experience required.
• Experience developing commercial and residential building plans.
• Strong proficiency with Autodesk software and SolidWorks.
• Excellent geometry, mathematical, and technical drafting skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to manage multiple projects.

Preferred Experience

• Experience developing and implementing CAD standards.
• Knowledge of fenestration industry standards.
• AutoCAD or Revit certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• $80,000 annual salary.
• Full-time, onsite position in Paramount, CA.

WHY JOIN?

• Work on diverse commercial and residential construction projects.
• Apply your AutoCAD and Revit expertise to projects from design through manufacturing.
• Collaborate with experienced technical teams in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.