Drafter

Drafter / CAD Designer Racine, WI | Onsite $28–$35/hour + OTAbout the OpportunityWe’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 DoingCreate 3D models, production drawings, and shop drawings using SolidWorks and/or AutoCADInterpret architectural drawings, blueprints, specifications, and customer requirementsDevelop drawings for custom millwork, cabinetry, casework, retail fixtures, displays, and related productsIncorporate wood construction, hardware, and occasional metal components into designsWork on a variety of projects ranging from straightforward casework to highly customized retail displaysCollaborate with engineering, production, and project teams to ensure designs are manufacturableMake revisions based on project requirements and internal design reviewsPotentially cross-train into programming and other technical areas based on interest and abilityWhat They’re Looking ForMust-HaveWorking knowledge of SolidWorks and/or AutoCADAbility to read and interpret architectural plans and blueprintsUnderstanding of millwork, cabinetry, casework, woodworking, fixtures, or similar construction methodsAbility to turn concepts and architectural information into detailed, manufacturable drawingsStrong attention to detail and willingness to learnPreferredExperience designing or drafting retail fixtures, displays, architectural millwork, cabinetry, or caseworkSolidWorks experienceAssociate degree in CAD, drafting, engineering technology, or a related fieldA 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 BestThis could be a great fit for a:Millwork or cabinetry drafterSolidWorks designerCAD technicianCasework or fixture designerArchitectural millwork detailerJunior drafter with strong construction knowledgeExperienced shop/manufacturing professional who transitioned into CADWhy This Role Stands Out$28–$35/hour, depending on experienceOvertime potentialVariety of custom projects instead of repeatedly drafting the same productOpportunity to expand into additional programming and technical responsibilitiesGrowing, family-owned organizationHealth, dental, and life insurance401(k) matchThe EnvironmentThis 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.Interested? Reach out to me directly for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.#SolidWorks #AutoCAD #CADDesigner #Drafter #Millwork #ArchitecturalMillwork #Cabinetry #ManufacturingJobs #EngineeringJobs #RacineWI