Electrical Drafter Jobs in Massachusetts

Electrical Drafter jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in Greater Boston, Worcester, and the Route 128 technology corridor, where demand runs from entry-level CAD technicians to senior electrical design drafters supporting complex systems. Defense contractors, utilities, and engineering firms drive steady hiring, with established employers like Raytheon Technologies, National Grid, and Jacobs Engineering maintaining a consistent presence across the state. Power systems design, industrial control drafting, and building information modeling are among the most in-demand specialties. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles5
Top employerGHD
Top cityHyannis, MA
Cities hiring4
Work type50% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Architectural Revit Drafter / Architectural Designer
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Architectural Revit Drafter / Architectural Designer
Pionarch, LLC
Beverly, Massachusetts
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in architecture

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Dakota DesignStaff, Inc.
Architectural Designer / Drafter
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Architectural Designer / Drafter
Dakota DesignStaff, Inc.
Woburn, Massachusetts
Compensation & Benefits
Consulting & Professional Services
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$25 - $35/hr
Master's degree
2-10

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Brooks Automation
Designer / CAD Drafter (Contract Role)
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Designer / CAD Drafter (Contract Role)
Brooks Automation
Chelmsford, Massachusetts
Cloud & DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
On-Site
1,001-5,000

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GHD
Graduate Civil Designer / Drafter
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Graduate Civil Designer / Drafter
GHD
Hyannis, Massachusetts
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Drafting & CAD
$23.00 - $25.00/hr
Hybrid
Associate's

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Electrical Drafter Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Hyannis
2 jobs
Woburn
1 job
Beverly
1 job
Chelmsford
1 job

Electrical Drafter Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

GHD
GHD2 open roles
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Pionarch1 open role
Brooks Automation
Brooks Automation1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical drafter jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent CAD drafting software is required
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in electrical technology or a related field preferred
  • Experience reading and producing single-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring drawings
  • Familiarity with National Electrical Code standards and Massachusetts electrical regulations
  • Ability to coordinate drawings with licensed engineers and project managers on-site
  • Strong attention to detail when updating as-built documentation and revision-controlled drawings

Electrical Drafter Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a electrical drafter in Massachusetts?

Most electrical drafters in Massachusetts enter the field through an associate degree in electrical technology, drafting and design technology, or a closely related program at institutions like Wentworth Institute of Technology or Springfield Technical Community College. Massachusetts does not require drafters to hold a state license, but employers consistently expect demonstrated CAD proficiency and a portfolio of completed drawings. Completing a drafting program aligned with IEEE and NEC standards strengthens candidacy significantly.

Which companies hire electrical drafters in Massachusetts?

Companies currently hiring electrical drafters in Massachusetts include GHD, Pionarch, and Brooks Automation, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of defense, utility, and engineering firms means demand is particularly consistent along the Route 128 corridor and in Greater Boston.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most electrical drafter jobs?

Hyannis, Woburn, and Beverly have the most electrical drafter openings in Massachusetts. Boston anchors the majority of demand through its dense cluster of engineering consultancies, defense contractors, and utility headquarters, while Worcester and the suburban Route 128 towns draw openings from industrial manufacturers and systems integrators with large regional facilities.

Are there remote electrical drafter jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're limited. Electrical drafting relies heavily on site-specific coordination, red-line markups, and collaboration with licensed engineers, which keeps most roles on-site or hybrid. About 50% of electrical drafter openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of July 2026. The tasks most likely to be performed remotely are drawing revisions, standards documentation, and BIM model updates that don't require physical site access.

How can I get hired as a electrical drafter in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited drafting or electrical technology program and building a portfolio of sample drawings before applying. Large Massachusetts engineering and construction firms such as Jacobs and Gilbane Building Company periodically bring on junior drafters through co-op programs coordinated with Wentworth Institute of Technology and Northeastern University. Candidates who cross over from electrical apprenticeships or field technician roles also gain a real advantage, since hands-on knowledge of wiring and panel layouts translates directly into drafting accuracy.

Where can I find and apply to electrical drafter jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to electrical drafter jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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