entry level drafter

kokio kitchens trading llc

<p><b>Job Title: Technical Drafter (Interior Fit-Out / Manufacturing)</b></p><p><b>Job Summary</b></p><p>We are looking for a detail-oriented <b>Technical Drafter</b> to prepare accurate shop drawings and technical documentation for interior fit-out and manufacturing projects. The role requires close coordination with project managers, designers, production, and site teams to ensure drawings are fully compliant with project specifications and execution requirements.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Prepare <b>shop drawings</b>, detailed working drawings, and as-built drawings</li><li>Develop technical drawings for fit out projects<b>, joinery, doors, and custom furniture</b></li><li>Review design drawings and convert them into manufacturing-ready drawings</li><li>Coordinate with <b>Project Managers, Designers, Factory, and Site teams</b></li><li>Ensure drawings comply with <b>project specifications, standards, and client requirements</b></li><li>Revise drawings based on site conditions, consultant comments, and client approvals</li><li>Maintain proper documentation and version control of drawings</li><li>Support production and installation teams with technical clarifications</li></ul><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li>Diploma or degree in <b>Drafting, Architecture, or Engineering</b></li><li><b>4&ndash;5 years</b> of relevant experience in interior fit-out or manufacturing</li><li>Strong proficiency in <b>AutoCAD</b> (mandatory)</li><li>Experience with <b>joinery and fit-out detailing</b> is essential</li><li>Good understanding of <b>materials, finishes, and fabrication methods</b></li><li>Ability to read and interpret architectural and MEP drawings</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Ability to work under deadlines and handle multiple drawings simultaneously</li></ul><p><b>Required</b></p><ul><li>Experience in <b>Fit out Industry</b></li><li>Knowledge of site coordination and installation requirements</li><li>UAE experience required.</li></ul><p>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent</p><p>Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month</p>

Technical Drafter - Fit Out Industry

Forest Group Management, LLC

<p><b>Designer / Drafter </b></p><p><b>Laser Cutting &amp; Metal Fabrication</b></p><p><b>Job Summary</b></p><p>The Mid-Level Designer / Drafter supports laser cutting and fabrication operations by independently creating accurate 2D and 3D designs, flat patterns, and laser-ready files. This role acts as a technical link between sales, engineering, and production, ensuring customer requirements are translated into efficient, manufacturable parts while maintaining proper data control and revision management.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><b>Design &amp; Drafting</b></p><ul><li>Independently create and revise <b>2D and 3D CAD models</b> for laser-cut, formed, and fabricated metal parts</li><li>Generate <b>DXF/DWG files</b> optimized for laser cutting and material efficiency</li><li>Develop flat patterns accounting for <b>bend deductions, K-factors, material thickness, and grain direction</b></li><li>Produce detailed shop drawings with dimensions, tolerances, material specifications, and notes</li></ul><p><b>Manufacturing &amp; Production Support</b></p><ul><li>Review customer drawings and models; identify manufacturability issues before release</li><li>Collaborate with laser, press brake, and fabrication teams to resolve production challenges</li><li>Support quoting by providing part layouts, complexity feedback, and material usage estimates</li><li>Manage drawing revisions and engineering change requests during production</li></ul><p><b>PDM &amp; Documentation Control</b></p><ul><li>Use <b>PDM software</b> to manage CAD files, drawings, and related documentation</li><li>Ensure proper <b>revision control, approvals, and release processes</b> are followed</li><li>Maintain accurate metadata including part numbers, descriptions, materials, and revisions</li><li>Assist in enforcing company data management standards and best practices</li></ul><p><b>Continuous Improvement</b></p><ul><li>Suggest design improvements to reduce cost, improve cut quality, and minimize scrap</li><li>Support nesting and layout optimization efforts</li><li>Mentor entry-level drafters as needed</li></ul><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p><ul><li><b>3&ndash;7 years</b> of experience in drafting/design within a metal fabrication or manufacturing environment</li><li>Proficiency in <b>SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or equivalent CAD software</b></li><li>Hands-on experience using <b>PDM systems</b> (e.g., SolidWorks PDM, Vault, Windchill, Teamcenter, or similar)</li><li>Strong understanding of <b>laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, and forming processes</b></li><li>Working knowledge of tolerances, GD&amp;T fundamentals, and common metal materials</li><li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision</li><li>Strong communication and problem-solving skills</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Experience with <b>nesting software</b> (SigmaNEST, TruTops, BySoft, ProNest, etc.)</li><li>Familiarity with press brake tooling and forming limitations</li><li>Experience supporting quoting or cost-reduction initiatives</li><li>Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field</li></ul><p><b>Work Environment</b></p><ul><li>Combination of office and shop-floor collaboration</li><li>Fast-paced, production-focused fabrication environment</li><li>Frequent interaction with production, sales, and engineering teams</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Expected hours: 40 &ndash; 45 per week</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Designer / Drafter

GEOMETRY HOME FURNITURE MANUFACTURING L.L.C

<p>We are hiring an experienced <b>Draftsman &ndash; Joinery</b> to prepare and coordinate detailed shop drawings for joinery and furniture works. The role involves close coordination with design, production, and project teams to ensure drawings are accurate and suitable for manufacturing and installation.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Prepare detailed joinery shop drawings using AutoCAD</li><li>Convert design drawings and specifications into production-ready drawings</li><li>Coordinate with designers, project managers, and production team</li><li>Update and revise drawings based on project requirements and approvals</li><li>Ensure accuracy of dimensions, materials, and construction details</li><li>Maintain proper records of drawings and revisions</li><li>Provide technical clarification to factory and site teams when required</li></ul><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li>Minimum <b>5 years of experience</b> as a Joinery Draftsman</li><li>Strong knowledge of joinery construction, materials, and fittings</li><li>Proficiency in AutoCAD (mandatory)</li><li>Ability to read and understand architectural and interior drawings</li><li>Experience in furniture manufacturing or joinery companies</li><li>Good communication and coordination skills</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Diploma or Degree in Interior Design, Drafting, or related field</li><li>Experience handling complex joinery or custom furniture projects</li><li>Knowledge of SketchUp or 3D software is an advantage</li></ul><p>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent</p>

Joinery Draftsman - Senior Level

Dpi interior design and decoration LLC

<p>As a <b>Joinery Drafter</b>, your role will be to change the rough sketches and designs from engineers and architects to technical drawings and plans in such a way that they are understandable by everyone.</p><p>You should have extensive experience working with AutoCAD software, advanced design skills, and a keen eye for detail. Ultimately, a top-class AutoCAD drafter can design and create high-level design models that meet all the specifications of the client.</p><p><b>RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><ul><li>Designing, drafting, and processing jobs for production.</li><li>Working with the joinery drafting team, manage the workload and meet deadlines promptly.</li><li>Ensuring all drawings are prepared in accordance with the company standards and meet the project scope and budget.</li><li>Providing suggestions to increase productivity by setting up internal templates and procedures.</li><li>Reviewing architectural and shop drawings, contract specifications, and samples for design inconsistencies and conflicts.</li><li>Liaising with clients, project managers and factory staff.</li><li>Performing other duties as required.</li><li>Completing tasks within an agreed / allocated time.</li><li>Have a strong attention to detail.</li><li>Have outstanding organizational skills.</li><li>Have strong management/administrative skills.</li><li>Knowledge of materials &amp; hardware.</li><li>Have retail experience in joinery drafting, detailing, setting out, and cutting list.</li><li>Understanding and experience of basic spatial design is essential.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>same field: 4 years (Required)</li></ul>

Draftsman - Joinery

General Dynamics Information Technology

<div></div><div><div><div>Clearance Level<div>
Secret</div></div><div></div><div>
Category<div>
Construction and Support</div></div><div></div><div>
Location<div>
Kuwait City, Kuwait</div><i>
(</i><i>Onsite Workplace</i><i>)</i></div><div><p>
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Key Skills For Success</p><div><div>
CAD Drawings</div></div><div><div>
Engineering Drawings</div></div><div><div>
Technical Drawings</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>
SHARE</p></div></div></div><div></div><div><p>
REQ#: RQ212043</p><p>
Public Trust: None
</p><p>Requisition Type: Regular
</p><p>Your Impact</p><p>
Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of Defense&rsquo;s mission to keep our country safe and secure.</p><p>
Job Description</p><div><div>
Infrastructure Drafter/CAD Operator (CLC 65)<br>
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Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Infrastructure Drafter/CAD Operator supporting AFCENT under the CTSS Contract. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.<br>
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At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Drafter / CAD Operator you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on you joining our team to prepare and maintain technical drawings of communications infrastructure.<br>
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HOW A INFRASTRUCTURE DRAFTER/CAD OPERATOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT<br>
<ul><li>Prepares and maintains blueprints, maps, charts, graphs, and other technical drawings</li></ul></div><ul><li>Create detailed drawings of telecom / IT infrastructure to reflect engineering solutions and facilitate installation</li><li>Perform visual inspections and conduct precise measurements to verify engineering drawings</li><li>Prepare final as-built drawings to USAF / US Army standards as formal facility records</li><li>Prepare Level 3 engineering drawings, circuit schematics, and illustrations using AUTOCAD or Micro Station</li></ul><br>
WHAT YOU&rsquo;LL NEED TO SUCCEED:<br>
<ul><li>Education: AA/AS in CAD/Drafting/Engineering Tech (or HS + CAD training/portfolio) or similar</li><li>Required Experience: 5- 8 years in the following:</li><li>CAD: telecom/OSP/ISP preferred; DoD/base experience preferred</li><li>Fielding, surveys, and as-built capture Support site surveys / walkdowns with OSP/ISP teams; capture measurements, pathways, and constraints.</li><li>Engineering package support/ Support development of deliverables typically expected on ITN/ISP/OSP work. Convert redlines and field notes into as-built drawings; keep revision history clean.</li><li>Layering, scale, north arrows, legends, line weights, sheet organization match cable IDs, handhole IDs, duct counts, and rack U-space Ensure drawings comply with local base standards and CTSS-III program standards:</li></ul><p>
naming conventions, revision blocks, deliverable folders, metadata discipline</p><ul><li>Support controlled document delivery:</li></ul><p>
revision logs, transmittals, and &ldquo;current approved set&rdquo; management</p><div><ul><li><br>
Security Clearance Level: Secret</li><li>Location: On Customer Site</li><li>US Citizenship Required: CLEARANCE</li></ul><br>
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:<br>
<ul><li>401K with company match</li><li>Comprehensive health and wellness packages</li><li>Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career</li><li>Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications</li><li>Cutting-edge technology you can learn from</li><li>Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays</li></ul></div><p></p><p>
CERTIFICATIONS:
</p><p>CompTIA Security+, Autodesk Certified Professional (AutoCAD), BICSI/FOA preferred</p><p></p><p>
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:</p><p>
Intermediate experience in the following:</p><ul><li>Preparing Level 3 engineering drawings, circuit schematics, and illustrations using AUTOCAD or Micro Station for electronics systems or equipment</li><li>Preparing detailed CAD drawings of telecommunications, IT infrastructure, systems to reflect engineering solutions, and to facilitate installation of the telecommunications and IT infrastructure</li><li>Preparing final as-built drawings that become part of the facility records in AutoCAD to USAF or US Army standards</li><li>Performing visual inspections and conducting precise measurements to verify engineering drawings for electronic systems or equipment</li></ul><p></p><p>
#DefenseOCONUS #GDITPriority</p>
</div></div><div><div><div><p>Work Requirements</p></div></div><div></div><div><div>
Years of Experience<div>
3 + years of related experience</div><ul><li>may vary based on technical training, certification(s), <i>or</i> degree</li></ul></div><div></div><div>
Certification</div><p></p><div>
Travel Required<div>
Less than 10%</div></div><div></div><div>
Citizenship<div>
U.S. Citizenship Required</div></div></div></div></div><div><p>
Salary and Benefit Information</p><div>
The likely hourly rate for this position is between $33.49 - $45.31. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Total compensation for international positions varies by tax, social security, and immigration statuses, as well as location. Generally, an international assignment may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits, above base salary range noted.<br>
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.</div><p>
About Our Work</p><div>
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.</div><div>
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.</div><div><i>
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans</i></div></div></div></div></div>

Infrastructure Drafter/CAD Operator

AL KOUS MARINE

<p>Elegant Interior Design is seeking a skilled <b>2D Drafter</b> to join our growing team in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate 2D drawings related to marine and houseboat projects, ensuring compliance with technical requirements and project specifications.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Prepare detailed 2D drawings for marine and houseboat projects (steel structure, layouts, details).</li><li>Develop shop drawings and as-built drawings as required.</li><li>Coordinate with engineers, designers, and project teams to reflect design updates.</li><li>Ensure drawings comply with company standards, project requirements, and timelines.</li><li>Revise and update drawings based on site feedback and technical comments.</li><li>Maintain organized drawing records and documentation.</li></ul><p><b>Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Diploma or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Drafting, Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>Minimum 2&ndash;4 years of experience as a 2D Drafter (marine/shipbuilding experience is a strong advantage).</li><li>Proficient in AutoCAD (mandatory).</li><li>Strong understanding of technical drawings and construction details.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.</li><li>Attention to detail and good coordination skills.</li><li>Experience in shipbuilding or marine projects is preferred.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p>

2D Drafter

Dennis Group Salt Lake City

<div><p><b>Job Summary</b></p>
<p>
Dennis Group is looking for an experienced CAD Drafter Designer to plan, design and implement mechanical systems for industrial food and beverage production facilities. You will work on multi-disciplinary project teams and have an opportunity to perform, practice, and apply a wide range of design engineering skills in this role.
</p><p>You will adequately create drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) software both in 2D and 3D formats for mechanical, electrical, piping, plumbing, and equipment layouts for our design build food and beverage process facility projects. The role will require knowledge in areas architectural concepts, practices, regulations, standards, and building materials.</p>
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Responsibilities</b>
</p><ul><li>Act as overall project drafter/design coordinator (coordination with other disciplines and design firms to create coordinated model)
</li><li>Create design drawings with computer-aided design (CAD) software both in 2D and 3D formats, at the direction of engineers
</li><li>Coordinate with Designers, Architects, Engineers and Project Managers to produce design drawings per project specifications
</li><li>Read architectural drawings, mechanical/electrical/plumbing drawings, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&amp;IDs), equipment layouts, and piping plans
</li><li>Analyze available information to determine and plan the best approach to develop and complete design drawings
</li><li>Ensure drawings comply with building regulations and architectural standards
</li><li>Prepare documents to a level consistent with set quality standards while maintaining project schedules
</li><li>Produce drawings for bid packages
</li><li>Contributes to developing CAD standards and best practices
</li><li>Coordinate and distribute project workload to team members
</li><li>Establish design criteria for assigned phase of a project requiring the application of basic drafting and designing principles, material properties, and a familiarity with construction, installation, and maintenance procedures
</li><li>Work with client and engineering disciplines to define requirements in the preparation of design and construction documents
</li><li>Check finished drawings against markup and CAD Standards
</li><li>Review manufacturers' or fabricators' prints for conformance with contract specification.
</li><li>Provide junior design and drafting staff with sketches, layout concepts, and technical direction to support the development of final design drawings and refinement of technical requirements.
</li><li>Manage multiple tasks and meet established deadlines
</li><li>Work with BIM360, Navisworks and MS Office (Outlook, Word and Excel), AutoCAD and Plant 3D
</li><li>Assist construction managers with coordination issues in the field.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Required Education Skills and Experience</b>
</p><ul><li>Associate Degree is required. A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in an engineering-related filed is preferred.
</li><li>8+ years of work experience in computer-aided drafting and design setting for industrial production facilities.
</li><li>8+ years of work experience in AutoCAD, Plant3D, CADWorx, Revit, Inventor or similar programs
</li><li>Experience with design of Food and Beverage processes a plus</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Physical Requirements</b>
</p><ul><li>Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
</li><li>Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Travel Requirement</b>
</p>Up to 20% travel required to client construction sites and other offices.<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Us</b>
</p><p>We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we&rsquo;ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn&rsquo;t one thing we do, it&rsquo;s all we do.</p>
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Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.</p>
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Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.</p></div>

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