Engineering CAD Drafter

Evan Lloyd Architects; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Evan Lloyd Architects is seeking an Engineering CAD Drafter for a full-time, on-site role in Springfield, IL. You will produce precise engineering and architectural drawings, preparing plans, sections, and elevations with CAD software and ensuring documentation aligns with firm standards and codes.

You will collaborate with project architects and engineers, update drawings after design changes, organize drawing sets for submission, and assist with revisions during construction while maintaining

Qualifications

• Proficient in technical drawing and engineering drawings for accurate project representation.
• Knowledge of drafting standards and building codes beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a collaborative environment.
• Experience in architecture/engineering/construction firms is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed plans, sections and elevations using CAD.
• Update drawings based on redlines and design changes.
• Ensure documentation follows firm standards and code requirements.
• Coordinate with project team members.
• Organize drawing sets for submission and maintain digital file management.
• Assist with revisions during construction and support quality control.

Skills

CAD software

Engineering drawings

Technical drawing

Building codes

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Associate degree

Construction documentation

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate in drafting/CAD

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Company Description

Evan Lloyd Architects is a professional architecture firm known for delivering thoughtful, well-coordinated building designs for a variety of commercial, institutional, and residential projects. The firm emphasizes collaboration between architects, engineers, and construction teams to create practical, buildable solutions. Team members work in a detail-oriented environment that values accuracy, clear communication, and adherence to project schedules. The firm offers opportunities to contribute to projects that shape the built environment in Springfield, IL and the surrounding region.

Role Description

The Engineering CAD Drafter is a full-time, on-site role based in Springfield, IL. This position focuses on producing precise engineering and architectural drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) software in support of project architects and engineers. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing detailed plans, sections, and elevations; updating drawings based on redlines and design changes; and ensuring that all documentation follows firm standards and code requirements. The role involves coordinating with project team members, organizing drawing sets for submission, and maintaining digital file management. The CAD Drafter also assists with revising drawings during construction and supports quality control by checking dimensions, notes, and technical details.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Technical Drawing and Engineering Drawings for accurate representation of project requirements.
• Candidates should possess skills in Drawing and Architectural Drawings to support clear and buildable design documentation.
• Candidates should possess skills in Computer-Aided Design (CAD), including proficiency with industry-standard CAD software.
• Knowledge of building codes, drafting standards, and basic engineering or architectural principles is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines in a collaborative team environment are required.
• An associate degree or technical certificate in drafting, CAD technology, engineering technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Prior experience in an architecture, engineering, or construction firm, particularly in building design projects, is an advantage.