Drafter

Drafter / CAD Designer

Racine, WI | Onsite

$28–$35/hour + OT

Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.

About the Opportunity

We’re partnering with a growing, family-owned manufacturer in the Racine area looking to add a Drafter / CAD Designer to its engineering team.

This is a hands-on drafting role focused on taking architectural plans and design concepts and turning them into 3D models and detailed production/shop drawings for custom retail fixtures, displays, millwork, casework, and related products.

This is not a traditional mechanical or structural engineering position . The ideal candidate understands how things are actually built and can translate design intent into something the manufacturing team can produce.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Create 3D models, production drawings, and shop drawings using SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD
• Interpret architectural drawings, blueprints, specifications, and customer requirements
• Develop drawings for custom millwork, cabinetry, casework, retail fixtures, displays, and related products
• Incorporate wood construction, hardware, and occasional metal components into designs
• Work on a variety of projects ranging from straightforward casework to highly customized retail displays
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and project teams to ensure designs are manufacturable
• Make revisions based on project requirements and internal design reviews
• Potentially cross-train into programming and other technical areas based on interest and ability

What They’re Looking For

Must-Have

• Working knowledge of SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and blueprints
• Understanding of millwork, cabinetry, casework, woodworking, fixtures, or similar construction methods
• Ability to turn concepts and architectural information into detailed, manufacturable drawings
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

Preferred

• Experience designing or drafting retail fixtures, displays, architectural millwork, cabinetry, or casework
• SolidWorks experience
• Associate degree in CAD, drafting, engineering technology, or a related field

A four-year engineering degree is not required . Candidates with hands-on industry experience, an associate degree, or applicable technical coursework will all be considered.

Who This Role Fits Best

This could be a great fit for a:

• Millwork or cabinetry drafter
• SolidWorks designer
• CAD technician
• Casework or fixture designer
• Architectural millwork detailer
• Junior drafter with strong construction knowledge
• Experienced shop/manufacturing professional who transitioned into CAD

Why This Role Stands Out

• $28–$35/hour , depending on experience
• Overtime potential
• Variety of custom projects instead of repeatedly drafting the same product
• Opportunity to expand into additional programming and technical responsibilities
• Growing, family-owned organization
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) match

The Environment

This is an onsite position in Racine, WI where you’ll work closely with the people actually building the products you design. It’s a good environment for someone who enjoys seeing their drawings move from the screen to the shop floor and ultimately into real-world retail environments.

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