Freelance Fabrication Drafter & Tech Designer (Remote)

3RD AVE; United States; On-site; USD 41,328 - 110,208; Part time

Job summary

3RD AVE is seeking a Freelance Technical Designer/Drafter to support fabrication and construction projects. This remote role requires strong technical drafting experience in fabrication, themed environments, and retail builds. Responsibilities include producing technical drawing packages, translating concept drawings into buildable shop drawings, and solving technical challenges. Ideal candidates are strong communicators who can independently manage project deadlines. Compensation is project-based, with a focus on real-world fabrication experience.

Qualifications

• Strong technical design experience in fabrication and construction.
• Ability to detail for wood, metal, plastics, and mixed-material builds.
• Comfortable working from incomplete information and solving details proactively.

Responsibilities

• Produce clear technical drawing packages for fabrication and construction.
• Translate concept drawings into buildable shop drawings.
• Revise drawings quickly based on internal review or field conditions.

Skills

Technical drafting for fabrication

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Rhino

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Understanding materials and assembly methods

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

SolidWorks

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

3RD AVE is seeking a Freelance Technical Designer/Drafter to support fabrication and construction projects. This remote role requires strong technical drafting experience in fabrication, themed environments, and retail builds. Responsibilities include producing technical drawing packages, translating concept drawings into buildable shop drawings, and solving technical challenges. Ideal candidates are strong communicators who can independently manage project deadlines. Compensation is project-based, with a focus on real-world fabrication experience.