Drafting Jobs in Lake Forest, 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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Mechanical Drafter

  • Round Lake Beach, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Round Lake Beach, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Qualifications: Associate’s degree in drafting/design or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of 2 years of experience in mechanical drafting and design....

Mechanical Drafter

  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Qualifications: Associate’s degree in drafting/design or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of 2 years of experience in mechanical drafting and design....

CAD Drafter/Detailer

  • Wood Dale, IL (19 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wood Dale, IL (19 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago

About the Company OPTO designs and manufactures retail fixtures for domestic and international markets. We are a design-led company driven by innovation, a passion for helping our clients succeed,...

Design Drafter

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 4 days ago

The Drafter will develop shop drawings and parts detailing using Inventor software for production related to metal framed skylights and other building envelope products....

CAD Drafter CAD Drafter

  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 13 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...

Drafter

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 25 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 25 days ago

Drafter LAKE FOREST, IL Order: 4801317 Order Type : Assignment Employee Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled CAD Drafter/Detailer to join our team....

CAD Drafter

  • Hoffman Est, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hoffman Est, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ 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...

CAD Designer

  • Elmhurst, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Title: CAD Designer Location: Elmhurst, IL Salary: $60000 - $75000 / year + Benefits The CAD Designer is an important member of the Design team. We are seeking a talented CAD designer with...

Electrical Drafter

  • Elmhurst, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 90+ 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....

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Salary for Drafting Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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Highest Education Level

Draftings in Lake Forest, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.5%
Associate's Degree
25.6%
Master's Degree
13.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.1%
High School or GED
7.6%
Some College
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.3%


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