Draftsman - Auto CAD

Fleet Glass Services, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Warrior Precast is seeking a skilled Draftsman to join our on-site team in Kentucky. The candidate will produce accurate production and installation drawings for precast concrete products, merging CAD drafting with design engineering support to ensure manufacturability and install readiness.

Join a team focused on safety, quality, and efficiency, collaborating with production, field teams, and consulting engineers to optimize designs and maintain high standards across projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, trade/technical school or equivalent in construction/design.
• Proficiency in CAD drafting and design tools.
• Strong math and measurement skills.
• Experience with coordinating with production/field teams.
• Knowledge of construction, masonry or carpentry basics.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed production and installation drawings for precast concrete products.
• Develop precast designs per project specs and industry standards.
• Create loading sheets and installation plans for field crews.
• Collaborate with production, sales, consulting engineers, and field teams.
• Review designs for feasibility and manufacturability.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
• Document design processes and changes thoroughly.

Skills

Drafting & design

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Project management

Math & measurement

Communication skills

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Construction knowledge

Masonry/Carpentry knowledge

General math skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Eng

PE not required

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

SWA Super Walls System

Silver Screen

Job description

Warrior Precast is apremierprovider of high-quality precast concrete solutions. Our mission is to deliveroutstanding products and services while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and sustainability.

Draftsman

Full Time | On-site

Position Overview

The Draftsman is a key member of the drafting team responsible for producing accurate production and installation drawings for precast concrete products. This role merges detailed CAD drafting with design engineering support to ensure every project is technically sound, manufacturable, and installation-ready.

You will collaborate closely with production, sales, consulting engineering firms, and field teams to optimize designs, improve efficiency, and maintain the highest quality standards.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Receive architectural drawings/blueprints and necessary project details from builders and convert them into detailed Superior Walls drawings for the production department.
• Develop and design precast concrete products according to project specifications and industry standards.
• Create detailed production and installation drawings to be reviewed with the Operations Manager.
• Analyze project details to identify potential errors or misinterpretations and note them to avoid costly mistakes.
• Prepare production take-off drawings for cost accounting and inventory control purposes.
• Produce accurate installation plans for the set crew to facilitate smooth, efficient jobsite installation.
• Create loading sheets to guide panel placement on trucks.
• Collaborate with production, consulting engineering firms, sales, and field teams to ensure designs are feasible and manufacturable.
• Conduct feasibility studies and analyses to optimize production efficiency.
• Review and modify designs based on feedback from project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Maintain thorough documentation of design processes, changes, and decisions.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving design-related issues during manufacturing and installation.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in precast concrete design and drafting.

Skills and Attributes

• High school diploma, trade/technical school certification, or equivalent job experience with emphasis in construction/design.
• Basic knowledge of construction, masonry, or carpentry.
• General computer proficiency with CAD software and spreadsheets.
• Strong math and measurement skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with office, production, and field personnel.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of CAD drafting or design engineering experience.
• Military experience may be accepted in place of secondary education or civilian certifications.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, Silver Screen, SWA Super Walls System) and spreadsheets.
• Strong math and measurement skills.
• Basic knowledge of construction, masonry, or carpentry.
• Ability to work cooperatively with office, production, and field personnel.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

The ideal candidate should possess

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field (PE not required).
• Precast concrete industry experience.
• Experience conducting feasibility studies and optimizing production efficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards, building codes, and safety regulations related to precast concrete.