Timber Frame Drafter

Pioneer Millworks; Town of Farmington (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

70% company-paid medical

Paid holidays and PTO

Matching 401k plan

Dental

Vision

Profit-sharing

Job summary

New Energy Works is seeking a Timber Frame Draftsman to convert architectural designs into precise, machine-ready fabrication packages. You will develop full 3D timber models and detailed 2D drawings, ensuring every joint and connection is structurally sound for production.

You will collaborate with shop craftspeople and the design team, requiring strong CAD skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of joinery.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in 3D modeling and 2D drafting using hsbCAD/AutoCAD Architecture.
• Ability to translate architectural designs into machine-ready fabrication packages.
• Understanding of traditional and modern joinery and shop coordination.

Responsibilities

• Create comprehensive 3D project models and generate detailed 2D drawings per design standards.
• Export and process machine files in K2 CAM; review joinery details with shop champions.
• Update models/drawings with field measurements and design revisions; provide technical clarification on joinery or assembly sequences.

Skills

3D modeling

CAD software

AutoCAD Architecture

hsbCAD

K2 CAM

Excel

Outlook

joinery understanding

technical communication

Tools

hsbCAD/AutoCAD Architecture

K2 CAM

Job description

The Timber Frame Draftsman is responsible for the technical detailing and precision 3D modeling of timber structures. This role focuses on translating architectural designs into machine ready fabrication packages, ensuring that every joint and connection is structurally sound and ready for production.

The Drafter works closely with the shop craftspeople and the design team to bring projects from conceptual sketches to the shop floor. This position requires a high level of proficiency in CAD software and an understanding of traditional and modern joinery.

Core Competencies –

3D Modeling & Shop Drawings:

• Create comprehensive 3D project models using hsbCAD and AutoCAD Architecture.
• Generate detailed 2D drawing packages following New Energy Works design standards for use with clients and the shop.
• Integrate structural steel and hardware detailing into the timber model and create shop drawings for vendor fabrication.
• Utilize 3D laser scan data to ensure models accurately reflect existing site conditions.
• Maintain organized technical files and drawing revisions.

Fabrication & CNC Coordination:

• Export and process machine files in K2 CAM software.
• Collaborate with shop Project Champions to review joinery details and ensure efficient fabrication and assembly.
• Inspect custom steel components upon delivery to ensure they match the model specifications and fabrication requirements.

Field & Shop Support:

• Assist the shop and field teams by providing technical clarification on joinery or assembly sequences.
• Update 3D models and drawings based on field measurements or design revisions.

Software and Skills:

• Strong proficiency in 3D modeling and 2D drafting using hsbCAD/AutoCAD Architecture.
• Clear technical communication skills for collaborating with shop leads and project managers.
• High attention to detail and precision.
• K2 CAM Software
• Excel
• Outlook

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

About us:

This position is full-year, full-time plus with flexible schedule, great benefits including 70% company-paid medical, paid holidays and PTO, a matching 401k plan, dental, and vision.

• 70% company-paid medical
• paid holidays and PTO
• a matching 401k plan
• dental
• vision
• company-wide profit-sharing

We are a 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) company.

We actively seek to build an inclusive and diverse workplace where people from all walks of life are welcomed.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

New Energy Works operates on the triple bottom line philosophy putting equal emphasis on people, planet, and profit. We’ve been designing and crafting custom homes and fine woodworking across the nation for 30+ years with our 140+ craftspeople, carpenters, designers, dreamers, and community members.

Role is generally M-F 7am - 4pm and can vary as business needs shift.