Junior CAD Drafter for Hands-on Engineering Design

Team Royal; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Team Royal is seeking an Associate Drafter in Lafayette, LA to develop engineering drawings from concepts and support engineers with CAD work under established standards.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of drafting experience (up to 8 years) and a two-year associate degree or equivalent, with strong attention to detail and communication. This hands-on role offers growth in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Two-year associate degree or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of drafting experience preferred, up to 8 years.
• Proficient with CAD and able to follow drafting standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare engineering designs and drawings from concepts using established standards.
• Assist engineers in design and drafting activities.
• Assist engineers with take-offs, estimates, schedules, reports, and research.
• Operate CAD and drafting workstations.
• Occasionally perform field surveys to create drawings of existing conditions.
• Ensure client needs are met in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Interface with senior staff to complete projects.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

CAD drafting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Two-year associate degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Team Royal is seeking an Associate Drafter in Lafayette, LA to develop engineering drawings from concepts and support engineers with CAD work under established standards.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of drafting experience (up to 8 years) and a two-year associate degree or equivalent, with strong attention to detail and communication. This hands-on role offers growth in a dynamic, collaborative environment.