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4 S.T.E.L. Engineering of Anaheim, CA is seeking to hire a full-time Structural AutoCAD Drafter - Drafting Engineer to assist in creating various types of structural, architectural, and other general drawings generated in AutoCAD. The typical schedule for this structural engineering position is Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.
Our Structural AutoCAD Drafters - Drafting Engineers earn a competitive age of $20-$30/hour based on experience. We offer excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, a 401(k) plan, 11 paid holidays (including a floating holiday), and a generous paid time off (PTO) package. Do you have an eye for detail and a desire to expand your skills? Would you like to join a structural engineering team that values you? If so, apply today!
ABOUT 4 S.T.E.L. ENGINEERING
Since 2005, 4 S.T.E.L. Engineering has successfully provided our clients with quality designs and real-world structural engineering solutions. Our team of professionals brings decades of combined experience to each project, utilizing unique skills and engineering know-how to successfully complete projects in the commercial, industrial, institutional, residential, and renewable energy markets. In addition to being a leader in the renewable energy field, we were named a 2023 Zweig Group Hot Firm, 2023 Orange County Business Journal fastest-growing private company, and 2023 Engineering News-Record Top Engineering Firm in California.
We are a progressive, family-oriented company that thinks outside the drawings and knows how to work hard but still have fun. We make an effort to ensure that our people feel valued and appreciated. And, we provide opportunities for continued education. We also do fun things like birthday lunches, company "play" days, team-building events, and community service projects.
A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A STRUCTURAL AUTOCAD DRAFTER - DRAFTING ENGINEER
As a Structural AutoCAD Drafter - Drafting Engineer, you produce the product that is the heartbeat of our design process. Each day, you can be found drafting structural layouts, structural framing, and other structural plans. You also have the opportunity to draft architectural plans and details. When necessary, you revise and update existing drawings, reflecting design changes.
Though you do spend a lot of time at the computer, you also get to use your excellent communication and interpersonal skills on a regular basis to maintain good working relationships with managers, peers, and customers. You maintain an open dialogue with the Project Manager to ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, within budget, and mistake-free.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of structural drafting experience
- AutoCAD experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
- Experience with concrete detailing is required
- Experience with tilt-up is a plus
Are you organized and able to handle multiple projects at a time effectively? Is accuracy important to you? Can you work well under pressure? Do you have strong written and verbal communication skills? Could you communicate well with all levels of employees within the company? If so, you may be perfect for this position!
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!
4 S.T.E.L. Engineering of Anaheim, CA is seeking to hire a full-time Structural AutoCAD Drafter - Drafting Engineer to assist in creating various types of structural, architectural, and other general drawings generated in AutoCAD. The typical schedule for this structural engineering position is Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.
Our Structural AutoCAD Drafters - Drafting Engineers earn a competitive age of $20-$30/hour based on experience. We offer excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, a 401(k) plan, 11 paid holidays (including a floating holiday), and a generous paid time off (PTO) package. Do you have an eye for detail and a desire to expand your skills? Would you like to join a structural engineering team that values you? If so, apply today!
ABOUT 4 S.T.E.L. ENGINEERING
Since 2005, 4 S.T.E.L. Engineering has successfully provided our clients with quality designs and real-world structural engineering solutions. Our team of professionals brings decades of combined experience to each project, utilizing unique skills and engineering know-how to successfully complete projects in the commercial, industrial, institutional, residential, and renewable energy markets. In addition to being a leader in the renewable energy field, we were named a 2023 Zweig Group Hot Firm, 2023 Orange County Business Journal fastest-growing private company, and 2023 Engineering News-Record Top Engineering Firm in California.
We are a progressive, family-oriented company that thinks outside the drawings and knows how to work hard but still have fun. We make an effort to ensure that our people feel valued and appreciated. And, we provide opportunities for continued education. We also do fun things like birthday lunches, company "play" days, team-building events, and community service projects.
A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A STRUCTURAL AUTOCAD DRAFTER - DRAFTING ENGINEER
As a Structural AutoCAD Drafter - Drafting Engineer, you produce the product that is the heartbeat of our design process. Each day, you can be found drafting structural layouts, structural framing, and other structural plans. You also have the opportunity to draft architectural plans and details. When necessary, you revise and update existing drawings, reflecting design changes.
Though you do spend a lot of time at the computer, you also get to use your excellent communication and interpersonal skills on a regular basis to maintain good working relationships with managers, peers, and customers. You maintain an open dialogue with the Project Manager to ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, within budget, and mistake-free.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of structural drafting experience
- AutoCAD experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
- Experience with concrete detailing is required
- Experience with tilt-up is a plus
Are you organized and able to handle multiple projects at a time effectively? Is accuracy important to you? Can you work well under pressure? Do you have strong written and verbal communication skills? Could you communicate well with all levels of employees within the company? If so, you may be perfect for this position!
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in structural drafter jobs.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and at least one BIM platform such as Revit or Tekla Structures
- Two or more years of experience producing structural drawings or shop drawings
- Associate degree or technical certificate in drafting, CAD technology, or civil engineering technology
- Ability to read and interpret structural engineering calculations, specifications, and details
- Experience preparing plan sets that comply with IBC, AISC, or ACI standards
- Familiarity with coordination between structural, architectural, and MEP drawing packages
Tips for Your Structural Drafter Job Search
List every CAD and BIM platform you know
Hiring managers filter resumes for specific software before reading anything else. Name every version of AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla Structures, or RISA you've used, and note which you've used on live projects versus coursework.
Tailor your resume to the sector
A steel fabrication shop and a DOT bridge office read resumes very differently. Swap in the sector's vocabulary before each application, matching terms like 'shop drawings,' 'connection details,' or 'plan sets' to what the posting actually uses.
Build a drawing portfolio before you apply
Attach a two-to-four page PDF of your cleanest plan sheets, details, or 3D model screenshots. Include at least one set that shows a full project phase, not just isolated details, so reviewers can judge your documentation standards.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists structural drafter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare to walk through a drawing live
Most structural drafting interviews include a screen-share or whiteboard exercise where you explain a detail or mark up a set. Practice narrating your decisions out loud: why you chose a callout location, how you handled a coordination conflict, or what standard drove a dimension.
Negotiate around project variety, not just pay
When you reach the offer stage, ask which project types and structural systems you'd work on in the first year. Firms that rotate drafters across steel, concrete, and wood framing build your skillset faster, which matters more early in your career than a small salary difference.
Structural Drafter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most structural drafters?
The companies hiring the most structural drafters right now include WSP, RES, and Richard Adams Engineers & Consultants, with the largest share of openings in California, Florida, and Oregon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is concentrated at engineering-construction firms, steel fabricators, and precast concrete manufacturers.
How many structural drafter jobs are remote?
About 25% of structural drafter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than many technical roles because coordination with fabricators and site teams often requires in-office or on-site presence. BIM coordination and 3D modeling tasks are the sub-areas most likely to appear in remote or hybrid postings.
How do you become a structural drafter?
Start with a two-year associate degree or technical certificate in CAD technology, drafting, or civil engineering technology. Build proficiency in AutoCAD and at least one BIM platform. Entry-level positions at engineering firms or steel fabricators give you hands-on experience with shop drawings and plan sets. From there, most drafters specialize in a structural system such as steel, precast concrete, or wood framing.
Can you get hired as a structural drafter without much experience?
Yes, firms regularly hire junior structural drafters who have completed a drafting or CAD program and can demonstrate clean, standards-compliant drawing work. A portfolio of school or personal projects showing plan sheets, details, and 3D models carries significant weight. Targeting fabrication shops and smaller engineering firms is practical because they often train entry-level drafters on the job rather than requiring years of prior experience.
What does the structural drafter interview process look like?
Most structural drafting interviews include a phone or video screen focused on your software experience and drawing background, followed by an in-person or virtual technical round. That second stage typically involves reviewing a sample drawing set and explaining your markup decisions, or completing a short drafting task. Some firms ask you to walk through a project from your portfolio. A final offer conversation with the hiring manager or HR usually follows.
Where can I find and apply to structural drafter jobs?
You can find and apply to structural drafter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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