Autocad Drafter

A little bit about us,

FE Design & Consulting is a leading permitting, design, and consulting firm based in Los Angeles, specializing in hospitality, retail, and commercial projects. Our multidisciplinary team works closely with clients, city agencies, and contractors to bring projects to life efficiently and effectively. We are seeking a detail-oriented and CAD-proficient Drafter to join our dynamic team.

One of the things we value most is team culture. We make a point to support every staff member by encouraging collaboration and top-down transparency. We offer generous health benefits, paid time off policies, and allow staff to work remotely twice a week. Our staff consists of recent grads, early career professionals, and seasoned veterans who value collaboration, transparency, and open lines of communication. Our team also builds connections with the best chefs and bartenders in the city, so an appreciation of the hospitality industry is a must.

A little bit about the position,

The CAD Drafter will produce technical drawings and plans based on the specifications provided by project managers, designers, and engineers. This role requires precision, creativity, and a strong understanding of codes and permitting processes specific to Los Angeles. The ideal candidate is highly organized, collaborative, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include,

Create and modify detailed drawings using AutoCAD.

Draft site plans, floor plans, elevations, and construction details for hospitality, restaurant, and commercial projects.

Translate conceptual sketches and client ideas into accurate technical documents.

Revise drawings based on feedback from project managers, clients, or city agencies.

Coordinate with project team members, including designers, permit expeditors, and consultants.

Ensure all drawings comply with relevant codes, zoning regulations, and permitting requirements (especially LA Building and LA County Health guidelines).

Maintain organized project files and version control of all drafts.

Support the permitting process by preparing submittal-ready drawing sets.

Participate in occasional site surveys and field verifications.

Reliable transportation to get to job sites (even when public transit is not an option)

Adequate home internet.

Applicants must live in the Los Angeles area.

Required skills include,

Ability to interpret and apply redlines and markups.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.

Experience with preparing Construction Documents for Submittal to regulatory agencies

Experience measuring job sites and creating accurate As-Built Plans

Experience with California Building Code, Health Code, ADA, Plumbing Codes

Interest in hospitality development and the restaurant community

Physical Requirements of the position,

Ability to drive to and from various offices at various distances

Ability to walk job-sites, take measurements, climb ladders, walk-on building roofs

Finger and wrist dexterity for repetitive motions related to a computer keyboard and mouse use and preparing plans for plan check (stapling, rolling out, binding)

Benefits,

Health, Dental, Vision

7 Paid Holidays

8 Paid Time Off Days after one year (up to 20 PTO days by five years)

401K with matching employer contribution

Yearly company-sponsored office trip (Previous locales: Vegas, New Orleans, Mammoth, Napa, Santa Barbara)

Partial Remote Work Available

$25 to $30 per hour

This position is full-time, with hours from 8:30 to 5:00 PM totaling a minimum 40 hours per week with paid overtime. You will be expected to work overtime to complete tasks and meet deadlines when needed.