Design Drafter – AutoCAD (Custom Construction) at SHADE Industries – Phoenix, Arizona

Job Title: Design Drafter AutoCAD (Custom Construction)
Company: SHADE Industries
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday Friday
Pay Range: $24.00 $26.00 per hour (Based on Experience)

Support Innovative Tensioned Fabric Structure Projects.

SHADE Industries is a premier specialty contractor based in Phoenix, specializing in the design and installation of custom Shade Sails and tensioned fabric structures. We are seeking a highly skilled Design Drafter to serve as the vital link between conceptual design and physical fabrication, transforming ideas into technical realities.

This role offers the unique chance to work on diverse, custom projects across the residential, commercial, industrial, and government sectorsmeaning no two structures are ever the same! You will grow within a high-productivity team that truly values your technical input and provides the software, hardware, and mentorship needed for your long-term career development.

You will be the technical hub of our projects, ensuring that what our clients envision can be safely and accurately built by our fabrication teams:

• CAD Drafting & Design: Develop precise 2D CAD drafting and design support for complex, custom shade structures.
• Plan Composition: Draft and compose complete, highly accurate plan sets for client approval and formal engineering review.
• Team Coordination: Coordinate seamlessly with our internal engineering, installation, and fabrication teams to integrate structural corrections and plan revisions.
• Shop Preparation: Generate detailed steel cut sheets to facilitate precise, error-free shop fabrication.
• Advanced Visualization: Utilize 3D modeling techniques to assist in advanced design visualization.
• Field & Office Integration: Conduct 3D laser measuring on-site and actively assist with the formal permit submittal process.

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of professional experience utilizing AutoCAD (2012 or newer).
• Technical Skills: The proven ability to accurately read and interpret complex technical specifications and structural drawings. (Experience with 3D design software, Adobe Illustrator, or Acrobat is a huge plus!)
• Industry Knowledge: Prior experience in a specialty construction, architectural, or fabric structure environment is highly preferred.
• Mindset: Strong communication skills with the demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple project timelines simultaneously.
• Licensure & Travel: A valid Drivers License with a good driving record, plus a reliable personal car/truck for local site visits. A High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.

We believe in supporting the professionals who design our success. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package:

• Solid Pay: $24.00 $26.00 per hour strictly based on your experience, paid on a reliable bi-weekly pay cycle.
• Work-Life Balance: Exceptional Paid Time Off (PTO), including 10 Paid Holidays, 2-3 weeks of Vacation, and Sick leave!
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with very low employee cost. Company-paid Life Insurance and Disability options are also provided.
• Financial Future: A 401(k) retirement program with company contributions.
• Equipped for Success: A premium Tech Package, including a laptop and dual desk screens for optimal field/office coordination.
• Company Culture: Regular company events, team outings, company-provided beverages, and paid training/certifications to advance your career.

At SHADE Industries, we foster a culture of professional growth and personal accountability, ensuring our team has the support needed to excel in a fast-paced environment. We take pride in building structures that are as mathematically sound as they are visually stunning. Learn more at www.shadeindustries.com.

SHADE Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.