CAD Drafter & 3D Modeler for Custom Millwork & Displays

QPS Employment Group; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is partnering with a growing Racine-area manufacturer to hire a Drafter / CAD Designer. This hands-on role translates architectural plans into 3D models and detailed production shop drawings for custom millwork, cabinetry, casework, displays, and fixtures.

You will use SolidWorks and AutoCAD to interpret blueprints, incorporate wood construction and hardware, and ensure designs are manufacturable.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of CAD software, including SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and blueprints.
• Understanding of millwork, cabinetry, casework, woodworking, fixtures, or similar construction methods.
• Ability to turn concepts and architectural information into detailed, manufacturable drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Experience designing or drafting retail fixtures, displays, millwork, cabinetry, or casework preferred.
• SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Associate degree in CAD, drafting, engineering technology, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models, production drawings, and shop drawings using SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.
• Interpret architectural drawings, blueprints, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Develop drawings for custom millwork, cabinetry, casework, retail fixtures, displays, and related products.
• Incorporate wood construction, hardware, and occasional metal components into designs.
• Work on a variety of projects ranging from straightforward casework to highly customized retail displays.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and project teams to ensure designs are manufacturable.
• Make revisions based on project requirements and internal design reviews.
• Potentially cross-train into programming and other technical areas based on interest and ability.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Manufacturing understanding

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in CAD, drafting, engineering technology, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

QPS Employment Group is partnering with a growing Racine-area manufacturer to hire a Drafter / CAD Designer. This hands-on role translates architectural plans into 3D models and detailed production shop drawings for custom millwork, cabinetry, casework, displays, and fixtures.

You will use SolidWorks and AutoCAD to interpret blueprints, incorporate wood construction and hardware, and ensure designs are manufacturable.