Title: Sr Designer/Drafter (2D and 3D)
Location: Buena Park, CA
Schedule: Onsite 5 days/wk
Comp: $80k and higher, DOE
We are seeking a Senior Designer/Drafter to lead the creation of high-quality technical drawings and 3D models for experiential and fabrication-driven projects. This role is ideal for a strong design leader who can guide drafting teams, collaborate with cross-functional partners, and turn creative concepts into accurate, build-ready documentation.
The ideal candidate brings advanced CAD expertise, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This person will help maintain drafting standards, review drawing packages, support problem-solving during production, and ensure projects move forward efficiently from concept through installation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of drafters across multiple projects
- Review and approve 2D drawings, 3D models, and fabrication-ready documentation
- Establish and maintain drafting standards, workflows, and best practices
- Partner with engineering, design, fabrication, and production teams to deliver buildable solutions
- Support technical problem-solving, revisions, and process improvements throughout project lifecycles
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional drafting or CAD experience
- 3–5+ years of advanced SolidWorks experience
- Experience leading drafting teams or managing drafting-heavy projects
- Strong proficiency in detailed 2D drawing sets and complex 3D models
- Knowledge of wood, metal, fabricated structures, and production-ready documentation
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Design, Engineering, Architecture, or related field, or equivalent experience
- Experience in live events, scenic fabrication, experiential builds, or similar environments
- Familiarity with SketchUp, Vectorworks, Adobe Creative Suite, or related tools
- Understanding of shop drawings, fabrication workflows, and production environments
- Strong leadership and team development
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Clear communication across technical and non-technical teams
- Confident decision-making in fast-paced environments
- Adaptable, proactive, and solutions-oriented
