Curtain Wall CAD Drafter

Curtain Wall CAD Drafter

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Pay Rate: $55K+ (Depending on Background)

All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States - no sponsorship or Corp to Corp is available for this position.

$55,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

The Curtain Wall CAD Drafter is responsible for producing detailed shop drawings for curtain wall and storefront systems, ensuring precision in design and structural coordination. Key duties include developing floor plans, elevations, and fabrication drawings while maintaining compliance with architectural and structural specifications.

This role involves collaborating with engineers, project managers, and production teams throughout the project life cycle. The Curtain Wall CAD Drafter will also assist in creating and maintaining BIM models and product literature. We are preferably looking for candidates with experience in unitized curtain wall systems. This position requires strong proficiency in AutoCAD, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret architectural and structural plans accurately.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Have worked for a Glazing Contractor or Curtain Wall Manufacturer
• Ability to read architectural and structural plans
• Experience in curtain wall design
• Familiarity with Revit and Inventor (a plus)
• Basic skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Understanding of standard drafting practices
• Strong communication and follow-through skills
• Must reside in the Chicago Metropolitan area

• Produce curtain wall and storefront shop drawings, including floor plans, elevations, and details
• Interpret and coordinate structural calculations with shop drawings
• Develop fabrication drawings
• Create and maintain BIM models
• Generate and update product literature
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.