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Architectural Drafter/Engineer

Bellwood, IL · On-site

$25 - $31/hr

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  • Dental

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ameriscan Designs is an American-based millwork construction company that specializes in providing ... drafting, architectural millwork drafting · Experience with Microsoft Office · Knowledge of ...

Drafter/Jr. Designer Retail Store Fixtures Location: Big Lake, MN (On-site) Position Type ... Based in our Big Lake, MN facility, we specialize in turning architectural visions into reality for ...

Job Title: Drafter/Jr. Designer - Retail Store Fixtures ​Location: Big Lake, MN (On-site ... Based in our Big Lake, MN facility, we specialize in turning architectural visions into reality for ...

Drafter

Melville, NY · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

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Lead Millwork Drafter Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000 Join a growing custom millwork team and ... Experience with custom woodwork, retail fixtures, cabinetry, architectural millwork, or high-end ...

Lead Drafter

Islandia, NY · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Lead Millwork Drafter Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000 Join a growing custom millwork team and ... Experience with custom woodwork, retail fixtures, cabinetry, architectural millwork, or high-end ...

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How much do architectural millwork drafter jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for architectural millwork drafter in the United States is $58,552.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,500.00 and $67,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What do architectural millwork drafters do?

As an Architectural Millwork Drafter, you’ll typically work on custom cabinetry, casework, and interior architectural elements for commercial or high-end residential projects. Your daily tasks include creating detailed shop drawings, collaborating with project managers and shop personnel to clarify design intent, and revising plans based on feedback or site conditions. You’ll also review architectural blueprints, ensure compliance with specifications, and occasionally visit job sites to coordinate measurements or resolve issues. This role involves a blend of independent drafting work and team collaboration in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.

What is an architectural millwork drafter?

An Architectural Millwork Drafter creates detailed technical drawings and shop drawings for custom woodwork, cabinetry, and interior architectural elements. They use CAD software to draft precise plans that guide production and installation. Their work ensures that designs meet client specifications, industry standards, and material constraints. Drafters collaborate with designers, engineers, and manufacturers to refine details and solve potential production challenges.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an architectural millwork drafter?

To thrive as an Architectural Millwork Drafter, you need a strong understanding of drafting principles, architectural design, and cabinetry or millwork fabrication, typically backed by relevant technical education or experience. Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or other CAD software, as well as familiarity with shop drawing standards and sometimes AWI (Architectural Woodwork Institute) certification, is highly valuable. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication with designers, engineers, and production teams are critical soft skills. These competencies ensure the accurate translation of design concepts into detailed, buildable plans that meet client requirements and industry standards.

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Infographic showing various Architectural Millwork Drafter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $58,552 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

JR085 Architectural Millwork Drafter

Rycon Construction

Oakdale, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Salary:

Since 2000, Craftworks USA has grown into a modern 52,000 sq. ft. facilitylocatedjust outside Pittsburgh, PA. We are a full-service facility that has the capability to design, budget, fabricate, ship, and install a variety of materials and custom features nationwide.Maintaining ourstate-of-the-artwoodworking tools and software ensures both precision and speed for ourclientsmost complex jobs. We deliver high quality craftsmanship and continue to strive in our ability to meet or exceed fast paced construction schedules. Our nationwide service has expanded to providing full architectural woodwork packages to general contractors, construction managers, and directly to Owners. We haveestablisheda lengthy repeat client list and solid reputation for quality, on-time delivery with competitive pricing. Craftworks USA is AWI-QCP and FSC Certified.

We are seeking an Architectural Millwork Drafter to support our Casework and Millwork division in Oakdale, PA.

This role is responsible for producing clear, complete, and buildable shop drawings that support an efficient submittal process and successful project execution. You will work closely with Project Managers, production, and the broader drafting team to translate design intent into practical, fabrication-ready solutions.

What You Will Do

  • Develop detailed shop drawings for custom casework and architectural millwork
  • Translate architectural and interior design drawings into clear, consistent, fabrication-ready documents
  • Support the submittal process by producing drawings that are complete, accurate, and aligned with project scope
  • Coordinate with Project Managers to meet submittal schedules and address drawing priorities
  • Review your work for buildability, clarity, and alignment with project requirements
  • Identify inconsistencies, missing information, or potential issues and proactively escalate for resolution
  • Revise drawings based on internal review, client feedback, and field conditions
  • Collaborate with shop and production teams to resolve technical challenges during fabrication
  • Produce assembly drawings, part drawings, and CNC-ready detailing as required
  • Maintain organized drawing logs and revision control throughout the project lifecycle


What You Will Need to Be Successful

  • Experience in architectural millwork, casework, or custom fabrication drafting
  • Strong proficiency in AutoCAD (or similar drafting software)
  • Ability to interpret architectural drawings and specifications with a high level of detail
  • Understanding and application of practical build methods, not just drawing replication
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
  • Ability to work collaboratively across project management, engineering, and production teams
  • Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify and help resolve drawing challenges
  • Experience with millwork-specific software (AlphaCam, Cabinet Vision, etc.) is a plus
  • Experience with Innergy ERP software is a plus

Remote-capable for the right candidate; local or hybrid preferred for collaboration.

At Craftworks USA, we believe outstanding employees build the foundation necessary for excellence in business. It is with this belief that we are always looking for the best qualified and most talented employees to become part of our team. Rycon offers advancement opportunities along with an excellent salary and benefits package that includes, medical, dental, vision, ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) and 401(k). Qualified candidates will be required to submit to a background screening upon acceptance of an offer.

Rycon Construction Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Attention: All third-party agencies, headhunters and recruiters

Rycon Construction is not accepting candidate submission by unsolicited third parties to any company email address. All unsolicited candidates will be rejected, and Rycon Construction will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited candidates, nor will a contractual relationship be formed by the submission. Rycon Construction will not be obligated and will not under any circumstances pay any fees to said third party candidates in an unsolicited manner.

Rycon Construction only forms contracts with recruiters with whom we have an established business relationship and with whom we have a signed agreement in place. All contact with Rycon Construction from third parties must be through our Human Resources department. Outside recruiters are not to contact hiring managers directly. Any contact made outside of Rycons Human Resources department by a third party will cancel any future business relationship between the third party and Rycon Construction.