H-1B Visa AutoCAD Drafter Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for AutoCAD Drafters are available at engineering firms, architecture companies, and construction technology employers across the U.S. Sponsoring employers must file an LCA certifying prevailing wage compliance before petitioning USCIS. Roles structured around specialized CAD design and engineering drawing duties can qualify as a specialty occupation under H-1B requirements.
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Location: Houston, TX
Position Summary:
Join our partner firm at Kuo & Associates (KUO) as an AutoCAD Coordinator / Drafter and play a key role in supporting the design and production of civil engineering projects that enhance infrastructure across the Greater Houston region. In this role, you will collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and survey teams to develop accurate technical drawings and maintain CAD standards that support the successful delivery of projects such as roadway design, water and wastewater systems, stormwater management, and site development.
The AutoCAD Coordinator / Drafter will contribute to both the technical drafting and coordination of CAD production, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and quality across project deliverables. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful public infrastructure projects while supporting a collaborative team environment that values innovation, precision, and continuous improvement. As part of The HFW Companies’ national network, KUO provides access to expanded resources, expertise, and opportunities for professional growth within a forward-thinking engineering organization.
The Perks! Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement savings options, paid time off and holidays and opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Prepare and develop AutoCAD drawings and technical plans for civil engineering projects including roadway design, water and wastewater systems, stormwater management, and site development.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and survey teams to translate design concepts, calculations, and field data into accurate and detailed construction drawings.
- Maintain and enforce CAD standards, templates, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across all project deliverables.
- Coordinate drawing updates and revisions based on engineering markups, redlines, and project feedback to support project timelines and deliverables.
- Organize and manage project drawing files, references, and CAD documentation to maintain version control and efficient workflow across teams.
- Assist with the preparation of exhibits, technical plans, and supporting documentation for client deliverables, permitting, and regulatory submittals.
- Support project teams by ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company and industry drafting standards.
- Troubleshoot minor CAD software issues and provide support to team members related to drawing setup, standards, and file management.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure drawings reflect survey data, design intent, and project requirements.
- Stay current with AutoCAD and related drafting technologies, recommending improvements to workflows and production efficiency where appropriate.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience will also be considered.
- 3–7+ years of experience in CAD drafting within civil engineering, land development, infrastructure, or surveying projects.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D for the preparation of engineering plans and technical drawings.
- Experience producing plans related to roadways, water and wastewater systems, stormwater drainage, grading, and site development preferred.
- Strong understanding of civil engineering drafting standards, plan sets, and construction documentation.
- Ability to interpret engineering sketches, redlines, survey data, and design calculations to produce accurate drawings.
- Experience maintaining or assisting with CAD standards, templates, and drawing organization across multiple projects.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with engineers, surveyors, and project teams.
- Knowledge of local or Texas municipal design standards is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a civil engineering consulting firm environment.
- Familiarity with Harris County, City of Houston, or surrounding municipal design standards.
- Experience coordinating CAD production across multiple project teams.
- Exposure to GIS, survey data integration, or plan submittals for permitting.
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AutoCAD Drafter & Coordinator
Location: Houston, TX
Position Summary:
Join our partner firm at Kuo & Associates (KUO) as an AutoCAD Coordinator / Drafter and play a key role in supporting the design and production of civil engineering projects that enhance infrastructure across the Greater Houston region. In this role, you will collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and survey teams to develop accurate technical drawings and maintain CAD standards that support the successful delivery of projects such as roadway design, water and wastewater systems, stormwater management, and site development.
The AutoCAD Coordinator / Drafter will contribute to both the technical drafting and coordination of CAD production, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and quality across project deliverables. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful public infrastructure projects while supporting a collaborative team environment that values innovation, precision, and continuous improvement. As part of The HFW Companies’ national network, KUO provides access to expanded resources, expertise, and opportunities for professional growth within a forward-thinking engineering organization.
The Perks! Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement savings options, paid time off and holidays and opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Prepare and develop AutoCAD drawings and technical plans for civil engineering projects including roadway design, water and wastewater systems, stormwater management, and site development.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and survey teams to translate design concepts, calculations, and field data into accurate and detailed construction drawings.
- Maintain and enforce CAD standards, templates, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across all project deliverables.
- Coordinate drawing updates and revisions based on engineering markups, redlines, and project feedback to support project timelines and deliverables.
- Organize and manage project drawing files, references, and CAD documentation to maintain version control and efficient workflow across teams.
- Assist with the preparation of exhibits, technical plans, and supporting documentation for client deliverables, permitting, and regulatory submittals.
- Support project teams by ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company and industry drafting standards.
- Troubleshoot minor CAD software issues and provide support to team members related to drawing setup, standards, and file management.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure drawings reflect survey data, design intent, and project requirements.
- Stay current with AutoCAD and related drafting technologies, recommending improvements to workflows and production efficiency where appropriate.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience will also be considered.
- 3–7+ years of experience in CAD drafting within civil engineering, land development, infrastructure, or surveying projects.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D for the preparation of engineering plans and technical drawings.
- Experience producing plans related to roadways, water and wastewater systems, stormwater drainage, grading, and site development preferred.
- Strong understanding of civil engineering drafting standards, plan sets, and construction documentation.
- Ability to interpret engineering sketches, redlines, survey data, and design calculations to produce accurate drawings.
- Experience maintaining or assisting with CAD standards, templates, and drawing organization across multiple projects.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with engineers, surveyors, and project teams.
- Knowledge of local or Texas municipal design standards is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a civil engineering consulting firm environment.
- Familiarity with Harris County, City of Houston, or surrounding municipal design standards.
- Experience coordinating CAD production across multiple project teams.
- Exposure to GIS, survey data integration, or plan submittals for permitting.
Feel free to follow or connect with our Lead Talent Acquisition Business Partner!
Hortencia Williamson LinkedIn
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in AutoCAD Drafter
Align your portfolio to degree-level duties
H-1B visa eligibility for drafting roles hinges on the position requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field like mechanical or civil engineering. Build a portfolio that demonstrates complex design analysis, not just file production, so employers can justify the specialty occupation classification when filing.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing rate for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level yourself before negotiations so you can confirm the offered salary meets DOL requirements for your specific city.
Target firms with active LCA filing histories
Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B LCA sponsorship history for drafting and engineering roles. Focusing on companies that have sponsored before shortens your timeline and reduces the risk of an employer backing out when they discover the filing complexity.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If your drafting role involves project-site visits or multi-location assignments, each primary worksite requires its own certified LCA. Raise this with your employer's immigration counsel early so the petition covers all locations you'll regularly work from, avoiding status complications mid-project.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty occupation argument
The O*NET occupation profile for drafters lists the knowledge domains and education levels tied to the role. Reference these descriptions when working with your employer to write a job duties letter that maps your responsibilities to the bachelor's-degree requirement USCIS evaluates.
Plan your H-1B timeline around the selection process
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so coordinate with your employer early in the calendar year. Because status is granted for up to three years with a potential extension to six, understanding the filing window is critical to negotiating your start date without a gap in authorization.
H-1B Visa AutoCAD Drafter: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an AutoCAD Drafter role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. Generic drafting positions don't inherently require a bachelor's degree in a specific field, so they don't qualify on their own. Sponsoring employers structure the role around engineering analysis, design specification, or systems integration duties that require a degree in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, or a directly related discipline. When the position is built around those degree-level responsibilities, USCIS can approve it as a specialty occupation.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for drafters?
Engineering consultancies, architecture firms, defense contractors, and construction technology companies are the most active H-1B sponsors for drafting and CAD-related roles. These employers regularly file LCAs for positions tied to infrastructure, manufacturing, or building systems projects. Browse verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate to find companies with confirmed LCA filing history in your target city and industry.
What documents should I prepare before applying for H-1B-sponsored drafting roles?
Have your academic transcripts evaluated by a NACES-accredited credential evaluation agency if your degree is from outside the U.S., since USCIS requires equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree. Gather your diploma, official transcripts, and a detailed work history that maps your CAD experience to degree-level engineering duties. Employers filing your petition will need these to build the specialty occupation case.
Can my employer file one LCA if I work at multiple project sites?
No. Each primary worksite requires its own certified LCA specifying the prevailing wage for that location. If your drafting role involves regular work at a client's office or a construction site different from your employer's address, the employer must file a separate LCA for each of those locations before you begin working there. Short-term placements have limited exceptions, but routine multi-site work requires individual certifications.
How long can I work in the U.S. on H-1B status as an AutoCAD Drafter?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued H-1B extensions are possible only if you're in an active employment-based green card process that meets specific USCIS milestones. Plan your long-term work authorization strategy with your employer before you approach the six-year cap.