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We're a small engineering firm in Sumner, and we need a CAD technician who can turn redlines into clean residential permit sets. The sheets you draw come to me for review and stamp, then go to the building department.
The basics, up front:
- This is 1099 independent contractor work. Pay is set per project, not as an hourly wage. The range shown is a guide to our established rate for projects billed hourly. As an independent contractor, what you earn depends on the projects you take on. Not W-2, no benefits, no guaranteed hours.
- It's hybrid. Part of your time is in person at our office (16202 64th St E Ste 117, Sumner, WA 98390) and out on site measure-ups. The rest you can work from home. It is not fully remote.
- You need to live in or near Sumner / Pierce County for in-person meetings and site visits as needed. We can't consider applicants outside the area or outside the US.
- No recruiters, staffing agencies, or outsourcing firms, please.
What you'll work on
Permit sets in AutoCAD LT for ADUs, additions, remodels, and some small commercial, a lot of it through our Build Sherpas plans work. That means site plans, floor and roof plans, elevations, sections, and wood-frame details. You'll line up the architectural sheets with the framing, foundations, beams, headers, and shear walls, pick up my redlines and plan-review comments, and keep layers and title blocks tidy. Now and then you'll help with a Pierce County measure-up or energy code forms (we use the WSU C3 calculator).
What we need
- 2 or more years drafting residential work in AutoCAD or AutoCAD LT
- A real feel for wood-frame construction: studs, joists, rafters, trusses, beams, posts, hold-downs, foundations
- Sheets you'd be glad to hand a plan reviewer: clean linework, consistent notes and dimensions
- Your own AutoCAD LT license (or something compatible) for work-from-home days
- Reliable transportation, and legally able to work in the US as a contractor
Nice to have: Pierce County or King County permit experience, WSEC-R, Bluebeam, or a drafting certificate.
How it works
Each project starts with a short written scope covering the sheets, timing, and pay. You invoice us, cover your own taxes and insurance, and you're free to take other clients. We use AutoCAD LT, Office, and Teams.
How to apply
Apply through this Indeed listing only. Send your resume and 2 or 3 sheets from a residential permit set you drew.
Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- This is 1099 contract work, paid per project, with no benefits and no guaranteed hours. Does that work for you?
- Are you applying for yourself, not as a recruiter, staffing agency, or outsourcing firm?
Experience:
- AutoCAD LT: 2 years (Required)
- Drafting: 2 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Location:
- Sumner, WA 98390 (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Sumner, WA 98390 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sumner, WA 98390
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote CAD technologist jobs.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or a related CAD platform such as SolidWorks or Revit
- Associate degree or technical certificate in drafting, engineering technology, or a related field
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications
- Experience applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing standards to technical drawings
- Familiarity with industry-specific standards such as ASME, ISO, or ANSI drafting conventions
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple drawing revisions accurately
Tips for Your Remote CAD Technologist Job Search
Build a portfolio employers can review remotely
Compile finished drawings, models, or technical sheets into a shareable digital folder or simple portfolio site. Remote hiring managers can't see your work in person, so giving them something concrete to open before an interview makes your application stand out.
Show async communication skills in your application
Remote cad technologist teams rely on written handoffs, annotated redlines, and detailed revision notes rather than desk-side conversations. Mention specific examples in your cover letter or resume where you documented changes clearly or coordinated with engineers or architects through written updates.
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Highlight your remote CAD software setup
Remote employers want to know you have a reliable workstation, the right software licenses, and a stable connection before they extend an offer. Call out your hardware specs, the CAD platforms you run locally, and any experience with cloud-based collaboration tools like Autodesk Drive or BIM 360.
Remote CAD Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote cad technologist job?
Target companies with distributed engineering or design teams, since those are the employers most likely to hire cad technologists remotely. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and proficiency in tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit. A portfolio of completed drafting or modeling projects gives you a concrete edge over candidates who can only describe their skills.
Which companies hire remote cad technologists?
Remote cad technologist roles are posted by Directive, Ursus, and ENTRUST Solutions and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These include remote-first engineering firms, distributed architecture and construction companies, and product manufacturers that run design teams across multiple locations.
Can you get a remote cad technologist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal supervision. Your best path is building a portfolio of personal or volunteer drafting projects, completing a CAD certification, and targeting smaller remote-first firms or startups that are more open to training new hires than large distributed teams.
Do you need a degree for remote cad technologist jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers care more about your technical proficiency in CAD software and the quality of your project work than whether you hold a degree. A strong portfolio, relevant certifications like Autodesk Certified Professional, and demonstrated ability to deliver accurate drawings on deadline can carry more weight than formal education for a lot of remote roles.
Which industries hire the most remote cad technologists?
Remote cad technologist roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting and Construction & Real Estate, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors hire remotely because their design and drafting workflows can run effectively across distributed teams using shared CAD platforms and cloud-based file management.
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