Production Engineering Drafter

inherent L3C•Chicago, IL

13d•$60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Production Engineering Drafter translates approved architectural and engineering designs into clear, accurate drawings for the manufacturing, assembly, and installation of modular homes. The role works with design, engineering, procurement, factory production, and site operations to ensure drawing packages reflect approved requirements and practical construction methods. The position prepares and maintains production drawings and documentation, coordinates drawings with design and production teams, supports factory-floor issue resolution and continuous improvement, and maintains drawing quality and revision control. Success means releasing accurate, complete drawing packages on time; minimizing production questions and avoidable rework; communicating revisions consistently; keeping material lists aligned with approved documents; and using factory and site feedback to improve drawing standards and construction details.

Requirements

Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent practical experience in drafting, architectural technology, engineering technology, or a related field.
2–4 years of drafting experience in residential construction, manufacturing, fabrication, or a related environment.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or comparable drafting and modeling software.
Ability to read and interpret architectural plans, structural drawings, specifications, and MEP layouts.
Working knowledge of residential construction materials, framing methods, and assembly sequences.
Experience preparing detailed drawings with accurate dimensions, sections, and construction details.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet production deadlines.
Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate with office and factory teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience with modular, prefabricated, panelized, or other offsite construction.
Proficiency in Revit and BIM coordination.
Experience preparing bills of materials, cut lists, and production documentation.
Familiarity with design for manufacturing and assembly principles.
Experience with drawing management systems, ERP systems, or construction project management software.
Familiarity with residential building codes and quality inspection processes.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain shop drawings, assembly drawings, sections, details, and layouts for modular home production.
Develop drawings for framing, floor and roof assemblies, wall panels, MEP coordination, and finish components.
Translate approved plans and engineering requirements into dimensions, details, and instructions production teams can follow.
Incorporate material specifications, connection details, tolerances, and installation requirements provided by responsible design professionals.
Prepare drawing-based material lists, cut lists, and quantity takeoffs for procurement and production planning.
Review architectural, structural, and MEP documents for inconsistencies, missing information, and coordination conflicts.
Communicate drawing questions and proposed solutions to the appropriate architect, engineer, or internal lead.
Coordinate with production teams to confirm details support safe, efficient, and repeatable assembly.
Support coordination of module connections, transport-related details, and work completed after modules are set.
Participate in production meetings and drawing reviews to align documentation with manufacturing schedules.
Visit the factory floor to understand construction methods, verify dimensions, and investigate drawing-related questions.
Prepare clarifications and revisions to resolve production issues, following the required review and approval process.
Capture manufacturing and site-team feedback to improve drawing clarity and reduce recurring errors.
Assist in developing standard details, drawing templates, component libraries, and drafting procedures.
Identify opportunities to reduce material waste, rework, and unnecessary assembly steps through improved documentation.
Check drawings for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and constructability before submission for approval.
Maintain organized drawing files, revision histories, and documentation.
Follow established drawing review, approval, and release procedures.
Distribute current approved drawings and remove superseded versions from active use.
Maintain as-built documentation based on verified changes and approved field or production information.