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Position Summary

The AutoCAD Drafter is responsible for developing accurate, complete, and production-ready drawings for custom wood doors, mouldings, trim, millwork, and related products. This position translates architectural designs, customer requirements, field conditions, and internal design concepts into clear manufacturing documentation used by Production and integrated into the company’s CAD|CAM workflow.

The AutoCAD Drafter is expected to work independently within established standards, identify potential design and manufacturing issues before release, communicate effectively with Production and Management, and maintain a high level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

CAD Drafting & Documentation

·         Create accurate 2D AutoCAD drawings, details, elevations, sections, assemblies, and manufacturing documentation.

·         Develop drawings from architectural plans, customer requirements, sketches, specifications, and internal design concepts.

·         Translate design intent into practical, manufacturable details.

·         Prepare drawings and documentation for Production, CNC|CAM, Pre-Hang, Installation, and other applicable departments.

·         Incorporate revisions and maintain accurate drawing history and documentation.

·         Maintain organized digital files in accordance with company standards.

Manufacturing & CAD|CAM Support

·         Develop documentation that accurately communicates manufacturing requirements.

·         Coordinate drawing information with applicable CNC|CAM requirements.

·         Upload or prepare approved information for applicable CAM systems.

·         Assist Production and CNC personnel in resolving drawing or documentation-related issues.

·         Participate in improving the connection between engineering documentation and manufacturing processes.

CAD Standards & Technical Development

·         Establish, document, and maintain consistent CAD drafting standards, conventions, templates, details, and documentation practices.

·         Develop standardized drawing examples, details, templates, and reference materials.

·         Help ensure consistency and accuracy across the drafting function.

·         Identify opportunities to improve drafting standards, workflows, and documentation.

·         Assist in developing training materials and reference documentation for the drafting team.

·         Provide technical guidance and day-to-day drafting support to junior drafting personnel without direct supervisory responsibility.

·         Crosstrain junior drafting personnel on AutoCAD practices, Door Works drafting standards, drawing conventions, documentation requirements, and applicable production processes.

·         Serve as a technical resource for questions related to drafting, drawing interpretation, and established documentation standards.

·         Communicate recurring technical issues or training needs to Management.

Qualifications

Required

·         2+ years of AutoCAD experience or equivalent demonstrated proficiency.

·         Strong 2D AutoCAD skills.

·         Strong mathematical and dimensional reasoning skills.

·         Ability to interpret architectural drawings and specifications.

·         Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

·         Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

·         Strong verbal and written communication skills.

·         Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel.

Preferred

·         AutoCAD 3D experience.

·         Experience with custom millwork, doors, cabinetry, or wood manufacturing.

·         Experience with CNC/CAM processes.

·         Manufacturing or architectural drafting experience.

Experience developing CAD standards, templates, or libraries

Door Works is a unique, versatile, full-service wood products manufacturer specializing in custom handcrafted doors, moulding, trim, and ceiling treatments. Since 1997, Door Works has supplied the finest architects, designers and builders with distinctive, handcrafted products combined with exceptional service and quality installation.