AutoCAD Drafter

Pay Range

Base pay range: $52,000 – $62,000 per year.

Northern Architectural Systems is a growth‑minded, locally owned and operated company dedicated to servicing our customers. We offer high quality, energy‑efficient fenestration and building façade solutions to meet the requirements of a demanding market while remaining environmentally‑friendly. We have been recognized by INC Magazine as one of the fast‑growing private companies in America and as one of the top 50 fastest‑growing companies in New Jersey by NJBIZ Magazine.

We are looking to fulfill our need for an AutoCAD Drafter at our Teterboro facility. Though not mandatory, the ideal candidate will have previous experience drafting window and/or door systems. This person will support the production of shop drawings, fabrication details, and installation diagrams for aluminum window and door systems. The AutoCAD Drafter must possess exceptional organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills while being results‑driven and highly computer‑savvy.

• Able to produce basic plans, elevations, sections, and detail views under supervision
• Accountable for generating drawings according to the requirements provided by the senior designer, engineers, and/or client
• Able to create both 2D and 3D drawings
• Assist in preparing fabrication and installation details for standard window and door assemblies
• Responsible for incorporating changes or modifications according to the suggestions of the senior designer and/or client
• Apply NAS drafting templates, layer conventions, and title block standards
• Learn to read window/door schedules and basic structural sheets
• Identify missing information or unclear conditions and ask clarifying questions
• Liaison between the design team and engineers to gain insight into the project
• Responsible for supporting engineering with minor drawing adjustments for fabrication and assist in preparing simplified field diagrams or as‑built documentation when required
• Assist in maintaining block libraries and improving reusable CAD components

• Certificate or diploma in Drafting, CAD Technology, Architectural Technology, or a related field
• 2–4 years of experience as an AutoCAD Drafter
• Experience with window/door systems, curtain wall, storefront, or metal fabrication is preferred but not mandatory
• Must be proficient with AutoCAD (model space/paper space, viewports, blocks, XREF basics)
• Familiarity with Bluebeam or PDF markup tools
• Exposure to Revit or 3D modeling tools
• Basic understanding of architectural and shop drawings
• Strong attention to detail
• Fluent in MS Office
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal

• Full‑time position
• Salary Ranges: $52,000 – $62,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits offered
• 401(k)
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Employee Training

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