CAD Technician – Luxury Residential Design

SunEnergy1

CAD Technician – Luxury Residential Design

Stamford, CT
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Summary:

    We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented CAD Technician to support the design and documentation of high-end luxury residential projects. The ideal candidate will have experience preparing architectural and construction drawings for custom homes, renovations, and estate-scale residences. This role works closely with architects, designers, engineers, and project managers to ensure accurate, coordinated, and code-compliant documentation from concept through construction.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Create and modify architectural drawings and construction documents using AutoCAD and/or Revit based on design direction and markups.

    • Produce detailed floor plans, elevations, sections, RCPs, and millwork/shop drawings tailored to luxury residential standards.

    • Assist with developing presentation sets, permit drawings, and construction documents.

    • Coordinate CAD files with structural, MEP, and landscape consultants to ensure clean and consistent integration.

    • Maintain organized digital drawing sets and file management systems for multiple projects.

    • Ensure drawings comply with local building codes, zoning ordinances, and HOA requirements as applicable.

    • Incorporate high-end detailing, custom finishes, and bespoke features into drawing sets.

    • Assist in preparing as-built documentation, revisions, and redlines during construction phases.

    • Support the design team with 2D documentation and occasional 3D modeling or rendering if required.

    Qualifications:

    • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Drafting, Architecture, Engineering Technology, or related field.

    • 3+ years of experience in CAD drafting, ideally in high-end residential or custom home design.

    • Proficient in AutoCAD; Revit and SketchUp experience preferred.

    • Strong understanding of residential construction methods, architectural detailing, and materials.

    • Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering plans with precision.

    • Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management skills.

    • Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced design environment.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience in luxury residential markets such as the Hamptons, Beverly Hills, Aspen, Palm Beach, or Manhattan.

    • Familiarity with interior millwork packages, bespoke kitchen and bath layouts, and custom furniture detailing.

    • Experience with Adobe Creative Suite or rendering tools (e.g., Enscape, Lumion, V-Ray) is a plus.

    • Knowledge of residential building codes, permitting requirements, and local agency submittal standards.