CAD Drafter

Tharp Consulting; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharp Consulting is seeking a skilled drafter to create and maintain accurate technical drawings, 3D models, and BIM documentation for engineering, construction, maintenance, and repair projects across multiple facilities. You will perform field verifications to validate conditions, manage digital archives with strict version control, and support permit documentation.

Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure drawing consistency and mentor junior drafters to uphold high drawing quality and

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in technical drawing standards and documentation practices.
• Competence with 3D modeling and BIM workflows.
• Ability to perform field verification and reflect changes accurately.
• Detail-oriented and organized in managing digital archives and revisions.
• Effective communication and mentoring to support junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Produce and update master drawings, 3D models, and BIM deliverables with high accuracy.
• Conduct field verification to validate existing conditions.
• Maintain digital archives and documentation version control.
• Support permit documentation with required drawing packages.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams for drawing consistency.
• Provide guidance to junior drafters to maintain drawing quality.

Skills

3D modeling

BIM workflows

Technical drawing

Field verification

Document control

Mentoring

Job description

Role Summary

Responsible for creating and maintaining accurate technical drawings, facility plans, 3D models, and BIM documentation for engineering, construction, maintenance, and repair projects across multiple facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and update master drawings, 3D models, and BIM deliverables with a high level of accuracy.
• Conduct field verification to validate existing conditions and incorporate findings into drawings.
• Manage and maintain digital archives and documentation records to ensure version control and accessibility.
• Support permit documentation by preparing required drawing packages and related materials.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure drawing consistency and compliance.
• Provide guidance and support to junior drafters to maintain drawing quality and best practices.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Strong proficiency in technical drawing standards and documentation practices.
• Competence with 3D modeling and BIM workflows.
• Ability to perform field verification and accurately reflect changes in documentation.
• Detail-oriented, organized approach to managing digital archives and drawing revisions.
• Effective communication and mentoring skills for supporting junior team members.