CAD Detailer
EXPLORING LLC•Atlanta, GA
•Hybrid
About The Position
At ID3, CAD Detailers play a critical role in turning creative concepts into buildable, production-ready drawings. They work at the intersection of design and fabrication, ensuring that every scenic element, architectural feature, and experiential build can move smoothly from concept to the shop floor. If you enjoy technical problem solving, collaborating with fabrication teams, and translating design intent into real-world structures, this role puts you at the center of the build process.
Requirements
- 3+ years of CAD drafting experience in scenic, fabrication, exhibit, or architectural production environments
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD (required)
- Millwork experience required
- Working knowledge of materials such as wood, metal, foam, acrylics, and fabrication methods
- Ability to translate design intent into accurate construction drawings
- Problem-solving ability and technical thinking
- Excellent organization and time management
- Clear communication with both design and production teams
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative fabrication environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Rhino, SolidWorks, Revit, or SketchUp is highly preferred
- CNC programming experience is a strong plus
Responsibilities
- Converting design concepts into accurate 2D shop drawings for fabrication
- Reviewing project scope with Project Managers and Designers
- Planning the build sequence to ensure drawings support the production workflow
- Identifying materials, hardware, and construction details needed for fabrication
- Creating detailed part files, exploded views, and assembly drawings
- Developing cut lists and material take-offs
- Specifying materials including wood, metal, foam, acrylics, and specialty components
- Ensuring designs support structural integrity, safety, and fabrication efficiency
- Participating in project kickoff and design review meetings
- Addressing redlines, revisions, and design changes
- Working with project managers and fabrication leads to resolve build challenges
- Maintaining drawing revision logs and ensure proper version control
- Finalizing shop drawing packages
- Updating drawing revisions
- Preparing files for CNC or fabrication workflows
- Supporting the shop team with clarification when needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
