Lead Drafter Canopy Fabrication
Hybrid · Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Lead Drafter/Design Manager role combining hands-on drafting with design management. Produce detailed architectural, fabrication, and shop drawings using AutoCAD and SketchUp; develop 3D models, renderings, and design visualizations; coordinate design efforts with engineering consultants for structural review; serve as primary design liaison between sales, engineering, estimating, fabrication, and installation teams; lead design reviews and resolve conflicts between design intent, structural requirements, and manufacturability; incorporate engineering feedback, maintain version control, and ensure up-to-date drawing sets; provide technical support to fabrication and installation teams throughout the project lifecycle; support nationwide scaling by helping develop processes, standards, and mentoring future team members; preferred experience with Revit, SolidWorks, or Rhino and familiarity with canopy systems, building envelopes, architectural metals, or custom fabrication; strong knowledge of building codes, ADA requirements, and construction documentation.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in architectural drafting, façade systems, metal fabrication, or related design disciplines
- Expert proficiency in AutoCAD and SketchUp (Required)
- Strong understanding of structural concepts and building components
- Experience coordinating with engineering consultants and cross-functional internal teams
- Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Leadership mindset with interest in growing into a nationwide design team management role
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