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Job Title: Revit Drafter

Job Description

The Revit Drafter plays a key role in designing modular commercial and industrial buildings from concept through construction. Based in a collaborative South Whitley, IN office, this position works within a flat engineering and design structure, managing projects from start to finish with support from engineering leadership as needed. The role focuses on creating modular construction documents for a wide variety of projects across the United States, including wood, steel-framed, and concrete block buildings, and integrating structural, MEP, and architectural elements into comprehensive plan sets.

Responsibilities

• Receive and review client drawings ranging from simple sketches to detailed foundation and architectural plans, and translate them into complete modular building designs.
• Create full, working plan sets for commercial modular construction that meet customer requirements and state approval standards in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Develop construction documents primarily using Revit (approximately 99% of designs) and ensure all drawings are accurate, coordinated, and ready for client review.
• Incorporate structural, MEP, and architectural elements into modular designs, aligning with project specifications and construction practices.
• Submit construction documents to clients for review, incorporate feedback, and make necessary adjustments to finalize design packages.
• Prepare and organize documentation required for code approvals from state agencies across multiple states, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Apply ICC Building Code knowledge to verify that all designs meet relevant building codes and standards for safety and performance.
• Collaborate closely with the construction team, providing clarification and design support as projects move from design into construction.
• Visit the adjacent shop as needed to answer questions, observe fabrication activities, and ensure designs are practical and buildable.
• Interact professionally with customers, co-workers, and state agencies, maintaining clear communication and strong working relationships.
• Assist with review of shop drawings as needed to confirm alignment with design intent and project specifications.
• Manage project documentation using Excel, maintaining accurate records and tracking information throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in a collaborative drafting department of approximately five team members, contributing to a positive, production-focused culture.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Revit, including the ability to create accurate drawings and full construction document sets within the software.
• Strong drafting and design skills with experience producing construction documents for building projects.
• Ability to work with BIM workflows and coordinate structural, architectural, and MEP elements in a unified model.
• Proficiency in Excel, including the ability to manage and track project documentation and data.
• Solid communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external clients, and state agencies.
• Understanding of ICC Building Codes and ability to apply code knowledge to ensure designs meet regulatory requirements.
• General knowledge of structural design and architectural design principles as they relate to commercial and industrial buildings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the construction industry, either in design, BIM, or hands-on construction, with an understanding of how buildings are assembled and the processes involved.
• Familiarity with modular construction and its unique design and documentation requirements.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, production-focused environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Interest in career growth into leadership roles, with opportunities to advance as the engineering and drafting team expands over the next 3–5 years.
• Ability to manage projects from initial concept through construction, maintaining continuity and familiarity with each project.
• Adaptability to work with a variety of building materials, including wood, steel, and concrete block.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site role in a South Whitley, IN office, working Monday through Friday. Typical hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; this position will generally start at 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with the opportunity to work overtime as self-sufficiency develops. Start times are flexible, and some team members choose to begin earlier. The engineering, finance, and upper management teams share a standard office building with a collaborative environment, including cubicles and private offices. The drafting and engineering team consists of approximately five people and operates with a flat structure, allowing drafters to run projects from start to finish. The office is adjacent to the shop, providing easy access to the fabrication area to see projects being built and to answer questions directly with production teams. The culture is fun and fairly laid back while remaining fast-paced and production-focused, with significant variety in projects and materials so no two projects are the same. The organization offers strong health benefits, flexible PTO, eight paid holidays (including the Friday after Thanksgiving and a floating holiday), and a 401(k) plan with company match, supporting a positive and engaging work environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Whitley, IN.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in South Whitley,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

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