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Draftsman – Custom Retail Displays & Experiential Events
Location: Bohemia, NY (On-Site)
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Flexibility to work late as needed based on project demand)
About Us
We are a premier fabrication company specializing in custom retail displays and experiential event environments. Our mission is to bring creative concepts to life with precision and craftsmanship, ensuring that every project remains true to the client’s vision. We work with top marketing agencies, experiential firms, and consumer brands to fabricate immersive brand experiences.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Draftsman with strong technical skills, a deep understanding of fabrication materials, and the ability to translate design concepts into precise, buildable shop drawings. The ideal candidate must be able to problem-solve, value engineer concepts, and optimize designs for efficiency and manufacturability. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can work independently without micromanagement, while also collaborating effectively within a team.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop highly detailed technical drawings using AutoCAD or SolidWorks for fabrication and production.
- Interpret client-provided designs, renderings, and sketches, ensuring that final builds remain true to the original vision.
- Collaborate with project managers, fabricators, and production teams to ensure feasibility and structural integrity of designs.
- Value engineer concepts to ensure feasibility within project budgets while maintaining design integrity.
- Take initiative in problem-solving and offer solutions that improve design efficiency and manufacturability.
- Select and apply fabrication materials based on project requirements, including wood, metal, plastics, and composites.
- Troubleshoot design and construction challenges to enhance production efficiency.
- Communicate effectively with both English and Spanish-speaking team members and clients.
- Work under tight deadlines, managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
Qualifications & Skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Sketchup or similar design software with strong technical drafting abilities.
- Bilingual (English & Spanish) is required to communicate effectively with both clients and team members.
- Strong knowledge of fabrication materials and construction methods for custom displays and scenic builds.
- Experience reading and interpreting architectural and fabrication drawings.
- Ability to problem-solve and optimize designs for cost, efficiency, and feasibility.
- Experience working on custom fabrication projects, retail displays, or experiential environments is preferred.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently without micromanagement, while also contributing to a team.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
Why Join Us?
- Work on exciting high-profile experiential and retail projects.
- Be part of a collaborative and innovative team.
- Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Hourly Rate Range between $20 - $25/hr OT Pay (Compensation based on experience)
How to Apply
If you have the skills and passion for turning creative designs into reality, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume, portfolio, and relevant work samples to be considered.
We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Draftsman to join our growing team and help us continue delivering high-quality, immersive brand experiences.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Extended hours
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Technical drawing: 1 year (Required)
- SolidWorks: 1 year (Preferred)
- AutoCAD: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- English & Spanish Fluently (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Bohemia, NY 11716 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bohemia, NY 11716: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25