Draftsman Autocad Technician

Coleman Fine Homes; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Coleman Fine Homes seeks a detail-oriented Architectural Draftsman in Wilmington, North Carolina. The successful candidate will create precise architectural drawings using CAD software, ensuring compliance with building specifications and codes. An associate’s degree and CAD proficiency are required, with ADDA certification being preferred. This role involves collaborating with architects and visiting construction sites. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are essential. Join our innovative team to contribute to stunning architectural designs.

Qualifications

• An associate’s degree or certification program in architectural drafting or similar.
• American design drafting association (ADDA) certification preferred.
• Prior experience as an architectural draftsman will be advantageous.
• Advanced proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• In-depth knowledge of building design, specifications, codes, and structural analysis.
• Ability to apply the fundamentals of sketching and design.
• Mathematical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Great analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing building specifications, codes, and sites.
• Creating technical drawings from architects' sketches and specifications.
• Using CAD software to create drawings that incorporate exact measurements.
• Printing CAD drawing schematics for use by architects and engineers.
• Entering CAD data into building information modeling systems.
• Preparing drawings, charts, and records with CAD equipment.
• Visiting construction sites to perform measurements.
• Collaborating with architects and construction engineers.
• Keeping abreast of the latest developments in architectural design.

Skills

Computer-aided design (CAD)

Sketching and design fundamentals

Mathematical aptitude

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree or certification in architectural drafting

American design drafting association (ADDA) certification

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented architectural draftsman to join our team.

You will be creating technical drawings for homes, incorporating exact measurements and codes.

To be successful as an architectural draftsman you should possess solid knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) software, and the ability to apply the fundamentals of sketching and design.

A top‑notch architectural draftsman will be someone whose drafting expertise contributes to structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing architectural designs.

Architectural Draftsman Responsibilities:

• Analyzing building specifications, codes, and sites.
• Creating technical drawings from architects' sketches and specifications.
• Using CAD software to create drawings that incorporate exact measurements, calculations, building codes, and other construction details.
• Printing CAD drawing schematics for use by architects, construction managers, and structural and maintenance engineers.
• Entering CAD data into building information modeling (BIM) systems to create 3-D models and renderings.
• Preparing drawings, charts, and records with CAD equipment and conventional drafting techniques.
• Visiting construction sites to perform measurements and calculate dimensions as needed.
• Collaborating with architects and construction engineers to ensure adherence to building specifications and industry regulations.
• Keeping abreast of the latest developments and technologies in architectural design.

Architectural Draftsman Requirements:

• An associate’s degree or certification program in architectural drafting, or similar.
• American design drafting association (ADDA) certification preferred.
• Prior experience as an architectural draftsman will be advantageous.
• Advanced proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• In-depth knowledge of building design, specifications, codes, and structural analysis.
• Ability to apply the fundamentals of sketching and design.
• Mathematical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Great analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.