Drafting Jobs in Indiana

A Drafter in the construction industry plays a crucial role in translating architectural or engineering designs into detailed technical drawings. These drawings are typically used as visual guidelines for constructing buildings or infrastructure projects. Drafters create plans for different project aspects like structural foundations, electrical systems, and piping layouts. They use specialized software to create 2D and 3D representations, which includes precise measurements, materials, procedures, and other vital construction details.

Essential skills for a Drafter include strong technical drawing abilities, proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) software, spatial understanding, and keen attention to detail. They should also have knowledge of construction methods and materials. Drafters often require an associate degree in drafting, while a certification from the American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) can help highlight their professional competence. Before becoming a drafter, a person may have roles such as a CAD technician, architectural assistant, or engineering technician, where they gain the necessary experience in technical drawing and design.

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CAD Designer I

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 days ago

Come join our team as a CAD Designer! The CAD Designer I is critical to the organization through using CAD software to provide support and produce accurate and detailed information in a timely...

NBSIN Steel Detailer(Drafter)/ BIM Modeler

  • Waterloo, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Waterloo, IN
  • 1 day ago

Generate Shop Drawings and Reports: Create comprehensive shop drawings and reports for our in-house fabrication and production teams....

CAD Operator - Aviation

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities The person in this position will use basic computer drafting software to generate site plans and construction drawings for Kimley-Horn projects Designing and producing sets of plans...

Facade Drafter

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 4 days ago

CAD Drafter Qualifications: Responsibilities: Review Architectural drawings and specifications Prepare shop drawings for Architects approval and fabrication using AutoCAD Prepare B.O.M....

CAD Technician I - Hammond, IN

  • Hammond, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Hammond, IN
  • 4 days ago

Communicate effectively with team members to clarify drafting needs and resolve issues....

Engineering Design Draftsman

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 5 days ago

What You'll Need for Success: You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment: Must have as a minimum an Associate Degree in Architectural Drafting, Design Technology or have...

CAD Drafter

  • Chesterton, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Chesterton, IN
  • 6 days ago

Insight Global CAD Drafter in Chesterton , Indiana Job Description DAY TO DAY: As a CAD Technician, your day will involve a variety of tasks centered around CAD, mapping, and 3D modeling....

Mechanical Drafter

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 8 days ago

Provide mechanical design solutions and drafting for assigned projects, including machine part design, piping design, conveyor design, structural design, and mechanical component selection....

Principal CAD Designer

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 9 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 9 days ago

Civil 3D....

Survey CAD Technician

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 9 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 9 days ago

We are partnered with a company seeking a CAD Technician with 2+ years of experience of survey drafting experience. The candidate must have AutoCAD Civil 3D capabilities and experience....

Structural Drafter

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 14 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 14 days ago

Qualifications: Experience: 5+ years of drafting experience; structural drafting experience preferred but not required....

CAD Operator - Roadway

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 17 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 17 days ago

Overview Kimley-Horn is looking for an experienced CAD Operator to join our Roadway team in Indianapolis, IN! Responsibilities The candidate will develop concepts as well as work on preliminary...

CAD Designer

  • North Vernon, IN
  • 21 days ago
  • North Vernon, IN
  • 21 days ago

/drafting or applicable work experience Preferred that employees have prior work experience in the corrugated industry or other 2-4 years' work experience and knowledge of corrugated production and...

Senior CAD Designer

  • Fishers, IN
  • 27 days ago
  • Fishers, IN
  • 27 days ago

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a talented Sr. CAD Designer to work within our Transportation and Infrastructure Unit, in the Ohio River Valley sector. The successful candidate will work out of...

CAD Designer

  • Bristol, IN
  • 28 days ago
  • Bristol, IN
  • 28 days ago

Our client, an automation machine design and manufacturer, is seeking a CAD Tooling Designer to join their team. As a tool designer, you will be part of the Engineering Team supporting...

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Salary for Drafting Jobs in Indiana

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Highest Education Level

Draftings in Indiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.4%
Associate's Degree
25.7%
Master's Degree
13.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.1%
High School or GED
7.7%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.3%