Drafting Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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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Senior Survey CAD Technician

  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Salary Maximum USD $40.00/per hour Salary Minimum USD $27.50/per hour 7+ years of drafting experience, specifically within the Land Surverying industry Field and office experience in route survey projects...

Entry Civil Drafter

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Knowledge of civil 3D, drafting, and design....

Electrical Drafter 2 - Nuclear Power

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Essential skills and experience: An Associates Degree with an emphasis in electrical drafting Basic knowledge of standard computer drafting tools (i.e....

Civil Drafter

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Essential Skills Experience in civil drafting and CAD design. Must have transportation design/drafting experience (e.g., Roadway Design, Bridge and Tunnel Design, or Railway Systems)....

Electrical Drafter

  • Elmhurst, IL (11 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (11 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Electrical Drafter Job Description We are seeking two full-time Electrical Drafters to join our team to manage the electrical customer approval drawing process....

Electrical Drafter

  • Itasca, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Electrical Drafter In this role you will handle electrical customer approval drawings, draft prints from electrical designs, and collaborate with the engineering teams....

Mechanical Drafter 2 -- Energy & Industrial

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Essential skills and experience: An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 1 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience Knowledge of detailed physical...

CAD Specialist II

  • Rosemont, IL (3 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (3 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 18 days ago

YOU MUST HAVE 5+ in CAD drafting experience in lieu of degree Proficient in AutoCAD Position requires performance of advanced computer aided design/drafting/checking, presentation, procedures, commands...

CAD Drafter

  • Hoffman Est, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Hoffman Est, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Job Responsibilities Create Shop Drawings of products using 2D or 3D drafting Create special manufacturing drawings for immediate production Adhere to customer (Internal and External) volumes, timelines...

Electrical CAD Designer

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 24 days ago

The individual works with other drafters, designers, and/or engineers on a project team, maintaining effective communication with project team members, other departments, suppliers, and clients....

Facade Drafter

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 29 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

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

CAD Technician I Location: 720 Butterfield Rd STE 200 Lombard, IL 60148 Primary Function: Perform drafting duties using basic drafting skills and techniques for medium/high voltage substation or transmission...

Draft Designer - AutoCAD, Drafting, Technical Drawing (MS14-18443301)

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Role Summary We are seeking a Drafter support our project in the Technical Operations Library....

Civil Drafter

  • Saint Charles, IL (22 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Charles, IL (22 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Essential Skills 5+ years of MicroStation drafting experience. Proficiency in roadway design, civil design, and utility design....

Mechanical Drafter

  • Naperville, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies, tools, and controls, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment Coordinate with and consult...

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Salary for Drafting Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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Highest Education Level

Draftings in Des Plaines, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.4%
Associate's Degree
25.6%
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%


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