Drafting Jobs in Detroit, MI

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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Construction / Fabrication Draftsperson (Hybrid)

SolidWorks, Inventor) to create and modify drawings Stay updated with latest software tools and technologies Problem Solving Identify and address potential design or manufacturing issues during the drafting...

CAD Operator

  • Madison Heights, MI (11 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Madison Heights, MI (11 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 8 days ago

Our client, a leading manufacturer of Steel Rule Dies in the Metro Detroit area, is looking for an AutoCAD operator to create Steel Rule Dies for various industries including automotive, fashion...

CAD Design/Drafter (Mid-Level)

  • Bingham Farms, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Bingham Farms, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 18 days ago

. - Apply 5 years of drafting and drawing experience to produce high-quality technical diagrams. - Leverage expertise in AutoCAD to develop a range of electrical and mechanical plans. - Create comprehensive...

CAD Design/Drafter (Entry-Level)

  • Bingham Farms, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Bingham Farms, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 19 days ago

- Entry-level drafting position with 0-1 year of experience - Utilization of AutoCAD software for creating technical drawings - Development of various diagrams and plans, such as one-line diagrams,...

Mechanical Drafter Gas Transmission Drafting

  • Detroit, MI
  • 21 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 21 days ago

Duration: 12+ Months Job Summary Provide quality CAD drafting support for legacy as-built project utilizing AutoCAD 2024, working under the guidance of a Contract Mechanical Designer and/or Transmission...

Formwork CAD Operator

  • Detroit, MI
  • 25 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 25 days ago

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 60 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include...

Telecom Drafter/Designer

  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Discover a more connected Drafter Designer career At Kanaan Communications LLC, as a Drafter Designer, you'll plot, map, design, and draft in CADD using the requirements for telecommunications networks...

Facade Drafter

  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ 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....

Piping Designer & Drafter

  • Detroit, MI
  • 29 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 29 days ago

PIPING DESIGNER & DRAFTER IN DETROIT Date Posted: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 ?...

Piping Designer & Drafter

  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago

design review process and offer value engineering solutions Computer literacy with Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks Excellent knowledge of blueprint reading Excellent knowledge of drafting...

CAD Technician - CAD Technician

  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago

manage layers Minimum of 1 year experience drawing in a warehouse or fulfillment center environment Experience in AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, BIM Navisworks, Adobe Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Drafting...

CAD Designer

  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

CAD Designer Job ID 129168 Job Type Contract Industry Manufacturing Location Southfield, Michigan, United States Talascend is currently seeking a CAD Designer-Plastics/Foam/Structures for a...

CAD Operator

  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 90+ 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...

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Salary for Drafting Jobs in Detroit, MI

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Highest Education Level

Draftings in Detroit, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.4%
Associate's Degree
25.7%
Master's Degree
13.4%
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%