Production Engineering Drafter

Inherent-L3c; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid holidays

Personal time off

401k

Job summary

Inherent-L3c is seeking a Production Engineering Drafter to translate approved architectural and engineering designs into precise drawings for modular home production. You will work with design, engineering, procurement, factory production, and site operations to ensure drawings reflect approved requirements and practical construction methods.

The role combines strong drafting skills with residential construction knowledge and a hands-on approach to solving production issues, coordinating with

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certificate in drafting/architectural technology or equivalent practical experience.
• 2–4 years drafting experience in residential construction, manufacturing, or related environment.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans, structural drawings, specs, and MEP layouts.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or comparable drafting software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain shop drawings, assembly drawings, sections, details, and layouts for modular home production.
• Develop drawings for framing, floor and roof assemblies, wall panels, MEP coordination, and finish components.
• Translate approved plans and engineering requirements into dimensions, details, and instructions for production teams.
• Incorporate material specs, connection details, tolerances, and installation requirements from design professionals.
• Prepare drawing-based material lists, cut lists, and quantity takeoffs for procurement and production planning.
• Review documents for inconsistencies and coordination conflicts; communicate questions and solutions to architects or engineers.
• Coordinate with production teams to ensure drawings support safe, efficient, repeatable assembly.
• Visit the factory floor to verify dimensions and resolve drawing-related questions.
• Maintain revision histories and drawing release procedures.

Skills

Reading architectural plans

Strong drafting skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate in drafting/architectural tech

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Description

The Production Engineering Drafter translates approved architectural and engineering designs into clear, accurate drawings that support the manufacturing, assembly, and installation of modular homes.

This position works closely with design, engineering, procurement, factory production, and site operations to ensure drawing packages reflect approved requirements and practical construction methods. The ideal candidate combines strong drafting skills with an understanding of residential construction and a hands‑on approach to resolving production issues.

Requirements

Production Drawings and Documentation

• Prepare and maintain shop drawings, assembly drawings, sections, details, and layouts for modular home production.
• Develop drawings for framing, floor and roof assemblies, wall panels, MEP coordination, and finish components.
• Translate approved plans and engineering requirements into dimensions, details, and instructions that production teams can follow.
• Incorporate material specifications, connection details, tolerances, and installation requirements provided by the responsible design professionals.
• Prepare drawing-based material lists, cut lists, and quantity takeoffs to support procurement and production planning.

Design and Production Coordination

• Review architectural, structural, and MEP documents for inconsistencies, missing information, and coordination conflicts.
• Communicate drawing questions and proposed solutions to the appropriate architect, engineer, or internal lead.
• Coordinate with production teams to confirm that details support safe, efficient, and repeatable assembly.
• Support coordination of module connections, transport‑related details, and work completed after modules are set.
• Participate in production meetings and drawing reviews to align documentation with manufacturing schedules.

Production Support and Continuous Improvement

• Visit the factory floor to understand construction methods, verify dimensions, and investigate drawing‑related questions.
• Help resolve production issues by preparing clarifications and revisions following the required review and approval process.
• Capture feedback from manufacturing and site teams to improve drawing clarity and reduce recurring errors.
• Assist in developing standard details, drawing templates, component libraries, and drafting procedures.
• Identify opportunities to reduce material waste, rework, and unnecessary assembly steps through improved documentation.

Drawing Quality and Revision Control

• Check drawings for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and constructability before submission for approval.
• Maintain organized drawing files, revision histories, and documentation.
• Follow established drawing review, approval, and release procedures.
• Coordinate the distribution of current approved drawings and removal of superseded versions from active use.
• Maintain as‑built documentation based on verified changes and approved field or production information.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent practical experience in drafting, architectural technology, engineering technology, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of drafting experience in residential construction, manufacturing, fabrication, or a related environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or comparable drafting and modeling software.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans, structural drawings, specifications, and MEP layouts.
• Working knowledge of residential construction materials, framing methods, and assembly sequences.
• Experience preparing detailed drawings with accurate dimensions, sections, and construction details.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet production deadlines.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate with both office and factory teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with modular, prefabricated, panelized, or other offsite construction.
• Proficiency in Revit and BIM coordination.
• Experience preparing bills of materials, cut lists, and production documentation.
• Familiarity with design for manufacturing and assembly principles.
• Experience with drawing management systems, ERP systems, or construction project management software.
• Familiarity with residential building codes and quality inspection processes.

Success in This Role

• Drawing packages are accurate, complete, and released on time to support production.
• Production teams receive clear details that minimize questions and prevent avoidable rework.
• Drawing revisions are controlled and communicated consistently.
• Material lists align with approved drawings and specifications.
• Factory and site feedback leads to measurable improvements in drawing standards and construction details.

Compensation & Benefits

Office hours are 7:00am - 4:15 pm Monday - Friday. The compensation range for this position will be $60,000-$75,000 annually based on experience. Healthcare benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life), paid holidays and personal time off, as well as sick leave and 401k included.