CAD Drafting Manager

Amplify People

79d • $60,000 - $90,000

About The Position

We’re seeking a highly skilled and self-directed Drafting Manager with extensive AutoCAD experience and AV industry knowledge (or related technical drafting fields). You’ll be the primary owner of drafting standards, documentation workflows, and quality control processes—playing a key role in how this company delivers accurate and visually aligned technical documentation. This role is ideal for someone who’s a systems thinker, enjoys building structure from the ground up, and thrives in collaborative, feedback-friendly environments. You’ll coordinate directly with engineers, project managers, and overseas subcontractors to ensure drawing packages meet both internal standards and client expectations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of drafting experience using AutoCAD
• 3+ years of technical design experience in AV, low-voltage, electrical, or related industries
• Deep understanding of signal flow, block diagrams, and construction documentation
• Experience with Bluebeam is strongly preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management capabilities
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Culturally aware and collaborative—comfortable working with diverse, global teams
• Ability to receive feedback and adapt standards or direction as needed
• Not afraid to take ownership and drive initiatives from idea to execution

Nice To Haves

• Empathetic communicator who plays well with others
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow within a team-oriented environment
• No ego, no drama—just results, reliability, and respect
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) required
• Must be comfortable using modern workplace tools and technology

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and maintain drafting standards and best practices
• Provide oversight and quality control for all technical drawing output
• Coordinate with Engineers and PMs to produce AV system layouts, schematics, and infrastructure plans
• Manage drawing lifecycles and file organization including libraries and templates
• Train internal team members on standards, tools (AutoCAD, Bluebeam), and updates
• Collaborate with designers on renderings, site-line studies, and visual presentation materials
• Supervise the flow of work to subcontracted drafting teams and internal drafting coordinator
• Participate in project kickoffs and weekly department meetings
• Recommend process improvements, tools, or hiring needs as the department grows

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Monthly Internet Stipend
• Simple IRA with Employer Match
• Collaborative and engaging remote culture
• Opportunity to influence systems and standards company-wide

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level