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Kahala Management LLC

Design Assistant/CAD Drafter

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$22.75 - $30.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Kahala Brands, a globally recognized leader in quick-service restaurant franchising located in beautiful Scottsdale Arizona, currently has an opportunity for a Design Assistant/CAD Drafter to join ...

Psomas

CAD Drafter

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$29 - $39/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As our CAD Drafter for our Survey & Geospatial team in Tucson , you'll play a key role in ... Base Mapping & Data Preparation Assist with creating base survey drawings from project scope and ...

GFT.

Revit/CAD Designer

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

$26.75 - $37/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

GFT is seeking a Revit/ CAD Designer - Geotechnical Dams & Hydraulics to join our Geotechnical Dams ... Support model setup, file organization, and data integration for projects. * Assist with ...

Psomas

CAD Drafter

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$29 - $39/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CAD DrafterOwn Your Future at PsomasJoin a 100% employee-owned firm built for long-term thinking, shared success, and meaningful impact.As our CAD Drafter for our Survey & Geospatial team in Tucson ...

Alta E&I

Survey CAD Technician

Tempe, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Survey CAD Technician About Alta Environmental and Infrastructure Alta Environmental ... Process and manipulate field survey data, ensuring its accuracy and completeness. * Assist in the ...

ComTec Information Systems

CAD Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

Looking for an Engineer CAD CAM 2 to support our Mechanical and Energetics department. This position will serve on-site at Chandler Arizona. Responsibilities The Engineer CAD CAM 2 will work within ...

Trilon Group

CAD Drafter

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CAD Drafter Department: Civil/Municipal Employment Type: Full Time Location: Tempe, AZ Compensation: $25.00 - $40.00 / hour Description Wilson Engineers is a respected Arizona-based consulting firm ...

Broadcom

ESD & CAD Design Manager

Chandler, AZ

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ESD/CAD Manager Oversee both the CAD flow development and the ESD design methodology, ensuring efficient, accurate, and compliant design processes while also integrating robust ESD protection ...

Trilon

CAD Drafter

Tempe, AZ

$25 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking an experienced CAD Drafter to join our team in our Tempe, Arizona office * Utilize AutoCAD and Civil 3D to develop, maintain, and revise structural, mechanical, civil, and electrical ...

Broadcom, Inc.

ESD & CAD Design Manager

Chandler, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ESD/CAD Manager Oversee both the CAD flow development and the ESD design methodology, ensuring efficient, accurate, and compliant design processes while also integrating robust ESD protection ...

CHAS ROBERTS AIR CONDITIONING INC

CAD Drafter II

Phoenix, AZ

$25 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking a skilled CAD Drafter to join our team and contribute to the design and layout of HVAC systems and related engineering projects. In this role, you will use computer-aided design (CAD) ...

Russo Modular

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CAD Designer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$25.75 - $35.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CAD Designer (Commercial Modular Construction) Russo Modular is a commercial modular building manufacturer specializing in steel-framed modular construction. We are seeking a detail-oriented CAD ...

Wilson Engineers

CAD Drafter

Tempe, AZ

$25 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking an experienced CAD Drafter to join our team in our Tempe, Arizona office Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Utilize AutoCAD and Civil 3D to develop, maintain, and revise ...

Axon

CAD and Fabrication Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct the fabrication shop technician and assistant CAD draftsman to execute fabrication strategies efficiently. * Collaborate with project leads to establish efficient and cost-effective production ...

Axon

CAD and Fabrication Specialist

Phoenix, AZ

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct the fabrication shop technician and assistant CAD draftsman to execute fabrication strategies efficiently. * Collaborate with project leads to establish efficient and cost-effective production ...

NV5

CAD Drafter

Phoenix, AZ

$21.25 - $28.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Use computer-aided drafting tools such as AutoCAD & AutoCAD Civil 3D, and MicroStation, as well as technical handbooks, utility standards, tables, and calculators * Confer with design engineers and ...

Hanger, Inc.

Associate CAD Technician

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Associate 3D CAD Technician utilizes proprietary CAD software to align and modify digital patient scans for the fabrication of custom orthotic and prosthetic devices. This role requires attention ...

Hanger, Inc.

Associate CAD Technician

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Associate 3D CAD Technician utilizes proprietary CAD software to align and modify digital patient scans for the fabrication of custom orthotic and prosthetic devices. This role requires attention ...

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Infographic showing various Cad Assistant job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,208 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

Design Assistant/CAD Drafter

Kahala Management LLC

Scottsdale, AZ • On-site

$22.75 - $30.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Kahala Brands, a globally recognized leader in quick-service restaurant franchising located in beautiful Scottsdale Arizona, currently has an opportunity for a Design Assistant/CAD Drafter to join the headquarters team. Kahala franchisees and partners operate a portfolio of many quick-service restaurant brands including Cold Stone Creamery, Planet Smoothie, Pinkberry, Blimpie, and Baja Fresh, among others, in over 20 countries around the world. This is an entry to mid-level position and would report to the Director of Design.


Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • 3 or more years of restaurant design experience. Will consider candidates with college degree in related studies in lieu of experience.
  • Educational or technical background in drafting, design or architecture experience working in a production firm environment a plus
  • Architectural building code knowledge is a plus
  • Design and construction background is a plus
  • Must be able to review and interpret site information or as-built plans
  • Generate plans, elevations, and details in AutoCad and PDF formats. These are required software skills.
  • Detailed understanding of plans, construction documents and engineering disciplines
  • Detailed knowledge and experience of restaurant equipment and design.
  • Willingness to work with multiple individuals and diverse franchisee clientele.
  • Ability to learn and retain brand standards/trade dress for multiple brands.
  • Must have excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills. Highly organized and detail oriented
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams)
  • Highly proficient in AutoCAD design software is a must including but not limited to block creation, updating and manipulation, layer management, and knowledge of creating drawing templates a plus
  • Smartsheet PM software experience is a plus
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop and/or maintain prototype CAD files for each brand including floor plans, finish details, elevations, ceiling and lighting and millwork details
  • Maintain equipment spec books for each brand
  • Maintain design guides for each brand
  • Create & maintain CAD block libraries for each brand
  • Draft feasibility test fits on request for unique spaces and/or multi-brands
  • Assist with drafting plans for remodels, office updates, and other internal projects
  • Collaborate closely with the design and construction team to ensure alignment
  • Standardize brand prototype filing system
  • Assist restaurant design managers with unique project requests as needed


PRE-CONSTRUCTION

  • Create proposed space “Test Fit” and other plans in AutoCad and PDF formats.
  • Provide support as needed to individual architects during the entire development process.


PLAN & DESIGN

  • Create and manage process checklists and forms as needed for each project.

REFRESH, REMODEL AND RELOCATION PROJECTS

  • Generate and update RF/RM guides, specifications, and requirements.
  • Review and redline remodel/reconfigured plans produced by architects while maintaining a variety of existing conditions, equipment, and requests.


OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

  • New product and material search
  • Transition newly acquired brands into the Kahala development system.
  • Maintain and organize project files for all brands.


Benefits (Subject to Change):

  • 401(k) matching, including Roth options
  • 3 Medical insurance plans
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Paid time off (10 holidays, 3 weeks PTO)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Referral program
  • Wellness programs
  • Hybrid work schedule