Senior CAD Drafter

Goodwin Recruiting; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting seeks a Senior CAD Drafter to support facility engineering, construction, and operations in a federal environment. You will produce precise AutoCAD drawings and BIM models, verify field measurements, and maintain master drawings across three campuses.

The role requires experience with AutoCAD and Revit, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. A TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required, along with a valid driving license for MO/IL.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CAD training or related college coursework or equivalent experience.
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• Strong experience with AutoCAD and Revit.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and documents.
• Knowledge of facility construction, maintenance, and drafting standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid Missouri or Illinois driver’s license required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Prepare AutoCAD drawings, construction documents, and 3D models for facility projects.
• Interpret CAD files and verify field measurements.
• Develop and update BIM using Revit and related software.
• Maintain master facility drawings, floorplans, and models.
• Incorporate as-built and new construction changes into site drawings.
• Convert historic drawings to electronic formats and manage digital archives.
• Prepare drawings for maintenance, repair, and construction projects.
• Manage documentation and retrieval for three campuses.
• Support permit documentation and ensure technical compliance.
• Communicate site and facility information to project stakeholders.
• Provide guidance to junior drafters and assist with complex tasks.

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Senior CAD Drafter

Position Overview

A mission-driven organization is seeking an experienced Senior CAD Drafter to support facility engineering, construction, and ongoing operations within a large-scale federal environment. This position is responsible for producing and maintaining highly accurate technical drawings, facility plans, 3D models, and Building Information Models using AutoCAD, Revit, and related engineering applications.

The role combines advanced drafting with field verification, document management, and support of maintenance, repair, and construction projects across multiple facilities.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare detailed AutoCAD drawings, construction documents, and 3D models for complex facility projects.
• Interpret existing CAD files and verify facility measurements in the field.
• Develop and update Building Information Models (BIM) using Revit and other engineering software.
• Maintain master facility drawings, including floorplans, models, and associated engineering disciplines.
• Incorporate as-built and new construction changes into master site drawings.
• Convert historic facility drawings into electronic formats and maintain organized digital archives.
• Prepare drawings for maintenance, repair, and construction projects.
• Manage facility documentation and drawing retrieval for three campuses.
• Support permit documentation and help ensure construction documents meet technical requirements.
• Communicate requested site and facility information to approved project stakeholders.
• Provide guidance to junior drafters and support larger or more complex drafting assignments as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Formal computer-aided design training, an associate degree in civil engineering technology, related college coursework, or equivalent qualifying experience.
• Strong experience with AutoCAD and Revit.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Knowledge of facility construction, maintenance, repair methods, and drafting standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently on complex assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid Missouri or Illinois driver’s license required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance with polygraph.

Work Environment

The position is primarily office-based but may require field verification and work in facility or outdoor environments. Candidates should be able to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Compensation: $40.08/hour

Classification: Non-Exempt