Drafter/CAD Operator IV

TCWGlobal; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TCWGlobal seeks an experienced Drafter / CAD Operator IV to support facility engineering and construction projects. You will create and maintain AutoCAD drawings, Revit models, floorplans, 3D models, and as-built documentation across multiple campuses, collaborating closely with engineers and design teams.

You will verify field measurements, update BIM models, manage documentation, and ensure accurate records as construction progresses. Strong drafting and communications skills are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of CAD training or related technical coursework preferred.
• Strong AutoCAD and facility/construction drawing experience.
• Experience with Revit and Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, plans and specs.
• Knowledge of drafting techniques and construction methods.
• Experience maintaining drawings and as-built documentation.
• Ability to work independently and manage detailed assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid Missouri or Illinois driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed CAD drawings and 3D models for complex facility designs.
• Develop and update AutoCAD drawings and Revit BIM models.
• Review existing files and perform field verification of measurements.
• Prepare construction drawings for maintenance, renovation, and new projects.
• Maintain floorplans, 3D models, and drawings across campuses.
• Incorporate as-built and new changes into master facility drawings.
• Convert historical drawings to electronic formats and support archiving.
• Manage drawing retrieval and facility documentation across campuses.
• Interpret plans and specifications to complete project drawings.
• Perform CAD/Revit development internally and provide guidance to team.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Field verification

Documentation management

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

**Top Secret/SCI government security clearance is required.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Drafter / CAD Operator IV to support facility engineering and construction projects under a Base Operations Support Contract (BOSC).

This position is responsible for creating and maintaining AutoCAD drawings, Revit models, facility floorplans, 3D models, construction drawings, and as-built documentation across multiple campuses. The role works closely with engineers and design teams and combines advanced CAD/Revit drafting with field verification and facility document management.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed CAD drawings and computer models for complex engineering and facility designs requiring a high degree of accuracy.
• Develop and update AutoCAD drawings and Revit Building Information Models (BIM).
• Review existing AutoCAD files and perform field verification of facility measurements and existing conditions.
• Prepare construction drawings for facility maintenance, repair, renovation, and construction projects.
• Maintain facility drawings, including building floorplans, 3D models, and drawings across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Incorporate as-built and new construction changes into master facility drawings to maintain accurate records.
• Convert historical facility drawings into electronic formats and support electronic archiving.
• Manage facility documentation and drawing retrieval processes across three campuses.
• Interpret engineering plans, specifications, and design information to complete drawings and project documentation.
• Perform CAD and Revit development that is completed internally rather than outsourced.
• Create, update, and maintain engineering data and records within applicable computer systems.
• Support construction permitting and documentation to help ensure applicable legal and technical requirements are addressed.
• Communicate requested facility and site information to approved project stakeholders.
• Provide drafting guidance to less-experienced team members and assist with coordination of larger or more complex drafting projects as needed.
• Complete complex drafting assignments requiring independent judgment, initiative, and technical expertise.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or state-certified equivalent required.
• Completion of a multi-year computer-aided design (CAD) training program preferred; relevant college education in civil engineering technology, engineering, or related technical coursework may also qualify.
• Strong experience with AutoCAD and facility/construction drawings.
• Experience with Revit and Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Knowledge of drafting techniques and facility maintenance/construction methods and materials.
• Experience maintaining drawings, engineering records, as-built documentation, and technical project information.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage detailed assignments through completion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid Missouri or Illinois driver's license required.
• Top Secret/SCI government security clearance is required.