Structural Drafter Jobs
Structural Drafter jobs are open across civil engineering, architecture, and construction firms, at every level from junior drafter to senior and lead, with specializations in steel detailing, precast concrete, and building information modeling. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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This Opportunity
WSP is initiating a search for an Intermediate Structural Drafter to join our Property & Buildings team in Los Angeles, CA.
Provides technical support, under the supervision of a Lead Technician, relating to the modeling and detailing of new and existing structures. Additional tasks may include coordinating with architects, contractors, and clients, and managing projects independently. Ensures high-quality deliverables are produced and distributed on time and in compliance with WSP drafting standards. Demonstrates leadership qualities and a passion for growing within the structural engineering profession.
Your Impact
- Construct comprehensive structural Revit models related to the design and construction of concrete, concrete masonry (CMU), steel, metal stud, light-frame wood, and mass timber structures for residential, institutional, and commercial projects.
- Generate structural drawings from engineering markups and architectural backgrounds.
- Incorporate advanced modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, while also utilizing future-ready solutions with structural engineering design standards.
- Maintain cloud-based BIM models throughout the duration of a project.
- Contribute to project coordination through direct collaboration with structural engineers, remote/in-person meetings, and structural narratives.
- Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering drafting.
- Experience with Revit and AutoCAD.
- Experience with cloud-based BIM platforms including, but not limited to, BIM360 and Autodesk Construction Cloud/Forma.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey technical concepts effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
- Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Drafting or a related technical discipline.
- Prior drafting experience in a structural engineering firm.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $37.00-45.00/Hourly
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
This Opportunity
WSP is initiating a search for an Intermediate Structural Drafter to join our Property & Buildings team in Los Angeles, CA.
Provides technical support, under the supervision of a Lead Technician, relating to the modeling and detailing of new and existing structures. Additional tasks may include coordinating with architects, contractors, and clients, and managing projects independently. Ensures high-quality deliverables are produced and distributed on time and in compliance with WSP drafting standards. Demonstrates leadership qualities and a passion for growing within the structural engineering profession.
Your Impact
- Construct comprehensive structural Revit models related to the design and construction of concrete, concrete masonry (CMU), steel, metal stud, light-frame wood, and mass timber structures for residential, institutional, and commercial projects.
- Generate structural drawings from engineering markups and architectural backgrounds.
- Incorporate advanced modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, while also utilizing future-ready solutions with structural engineering design standards.
- Maintain cloud-based BIM models throughout the duration of a project.
- Contribute to project coordination through direct collaboration with structural engineers, remote/in-person meetings, and structural narratives.
- Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering drafting.
- Experience with Revit and AutoCAD.
- Experience with cloud-based BIM platforms including, but not limited to, BIM360 and Autodesk Construction Cloud/Forma.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey technical concepts effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
- Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Drafting or a related technical discipline.
- Prior drafting experience in a structural engineering firm.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $37.00-45.00/Hourly
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- BKF Engineers12
- GHD8
- Magrym Consulting4
- WSP4
- GEI Consultants2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services25
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Technology & Software1
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 BKF Engineers, GHD, and Magrym Consulting, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is concentrated at engineering-construction firms, steel fabricators, and precast concrete manufacturers.
How many structural drafter jobs are remote?
About 29% of structural drafter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 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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