Drafting Jobs in New Jersey

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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Revit Drafter

  • South Plainfield, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Insight Global is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Revit Drafter to join a dynamic Engineering Client in NJ/NY....

CAD Drafter

  • Burlington, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Burlington, NJ
  • 3 days ago

A growing firm is looking for their next CAD Drafter. If you're a CAD Drafter that's tenacious with a growth mindset, let's talk....

Civil Drafter

  • Warren, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Warren, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Oversee and mentor CAD Drafters, reviewing plans for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards. Assist and work directly with Assistant Project Managers and Project Managers....

CAD Drafter

  • Lakehurst, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Lakehurst, NJ
  • 5 days ago

A growing firm is looking for their next CAD Drafter. If you're a CAD Drafter that's tenacious with a growth mindset, let's talk....

Survey CAD Tech

  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Design and draft construction drawings using standard engineering principles for approval by federal, state, and local agencies....

CAD Designer/Operator

  • Thorofare, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Thorofare, NJ
  • 8 days ago

NDI Engineering Company is seeking a CAD Designer (electrical, mechanical or structural) to support the design of US Navy Test Facilities, as well as other design projects. This position will be...

CAD Designer

  • West Deptford, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • West Deptford, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Location: West Deptford, NJ Salary: $30.00 USD Hourly - $35.00 USD Hourly Description: Our client is currently seeking a CAD Designer for a contract-to-hire position. Seeking a CAD Designer...

Electrical CAD Drafter

  • Carlstadt, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Carlstadt, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Review Shop Drawings for components that have been installed. Specifications preparation. Design lighting layout for projects. Well organized with great communication/written skills....

CAD Designer

  • Newark, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Bachelor's degree on relevant field of study preferred. 2-5 years' experience in MicroStation/AutoCAD plan production required Must have excellent working knowledge of drafting standards....

Autocad Drafter

  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Conduct CAD duties for Construction Drawings (CDs) utilizing company adopted software. Produce all work within the Pulte Drafting Standards and Productivity Tools....

CAD Drafter

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 17 days ago

A growing firm is looking for their next CAD Drafter. If you're a CAD Drafter that's tenacious with a growth mindset, let's talk....

CAD Drafter

  • Brick, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Brick, NJ
  • 18 days ago

A growing firm is looking for their next CAD Drafter. If you're a CAD Drafter that's tenacious with a growth mindset, let's talk....

CAD Technician

  • Burlington, NJ
  • 22 days ago
  • Burlington, NJ
  • 22 days ago

computer-aided drafting (CAD) system....

Kitchen/CAD Designer (Customer Service Rep.)

  • Newark, NJ
  • 22 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 22 days ago

Fabuwood is seeking a Kitchen/CAD Designer to join our Customer Service department. The Kitchen/CAD Designer is responsible for helping customers with their custom orders by providing quotes by...

CAD Operator (Lease Plans)

  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 24 days ago
  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 24 days ago

CAD Operator (Lease Plans) American Dream, 1 Meadowlands Plaza, East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States of America Req #976 Wednesday, March 26, 2025 American Dream, developed by Triple Five...

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Salary for Drafting Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Draftings in New Jersey 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%