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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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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in structural technician jobs.
- Associate degree or bachelor's degree in civil, structural, or mechanical engineering technology
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit for drafting and structural layout work
- Experience reading and interpreting structural drawings, blueprints, and specifications
- Knowledge of applicable building codes including IBC and ASCE 7
- Familiarity with structural analysis software such as SAP2000, RISA-3D, or STAAD
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project or inspection sites
Tips for Your Structural Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to software tools
Structural technician postings often screen by software first. List AutoCAD, Revit, SAP2000, or RISA-3D explicitly in a dedicated skills section so automated filters don't pass you over before a human sees your application.
Highlight field and lab experience separately
Many candidates bury site work inside a general job description. Create distinct bullet points for field inspections, load testing, soil sampling, or materials lab work so hiring managers can see hands-on experience at a glance.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists structural technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by project type, not just title
Structural technician roles differ sharply between bridge inspection, commercial construction, and aerospace testing. When searching openings, read the project type in the description and focus on listings that match your strongest hands-on background.
Prepare a portfolio of technical deliverables
Bring redlined drawings, inspection reports, or load calculation sheets to interviews as physical or digital samples. Reviewers for technician roles weight demonstrated output more heavily than credentials alone, so concrete examples close the gap fast.
Negotiate scope before discussing pay
In final-round conversations, clarify travel requirements, project rotation frequency, and whether the role is primarily field or office based before accepting an offer. Structural technician positions vary widely on these points, and they affect long-term fit more than base pay alone.
Structural Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most structural technicians?
The most active employers for structural technicians right now are RE/SPEC, Kimley-Horn, and VarStaff, and the most openings are in North Carolina, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to concentrate around infrastructure, commercial construction, and defense-related engineering firms.
How many structural technician jobs are remote?
About 35% of structural technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The sub-areas most compatible with remote work are structural drafting, plan review, and load calculation support, where deliverables are digital and site presence is not required.
How do you become a structural technician?
Most structural technicians start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering technology, which covers drafting, materials science, and basic structural analysis. From there, gaining experience through internships or entry-level drafting roles builds the hands-on foundation employers expect. Earning credentials such as the NICET certification in structural steel or concrete strengthens your profile for more advanced positions.
Can you get hired as a structural technician with little experience?
Yes, entry-level structural technician roles exist specifically for candidates coming out of engineering technology programs. Employers filling these positions typically value AutoCAD or Revit proficiency, familiarity with building codes, and any project work completed during school. Applying to firms that do bridge inspection or materials testing is a practical entry point, since those functions often train new technicians on the job.
What does the structural technician interview process look like?
Interviews for structural technician roles usually begin with a phone screen focused on software skills and experience reading structural drawings. A technical interview follows, where you may be asked to walk through a past project, interpret a simple detail, or explain how you would approach an inspection task. Final rounds often include a site visit or meeting with project engineers who assess your practical judgment alongside your technical knowledge.
Where can I find and apply to structural technician jobs?
You can find and apply to structural technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits your experience, location preference, and project type.
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