[Hiring] Technical Residential CAD Designer @Cinematech Seating Inc.

Role Description

CinemaTech is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Technical Residential CAD Designer to support our luxury residential design team. This role focuses on producing accurate, professional construction drawings and technical documentation for high-end home theaters, media rooms, and specialty residential spaces.

The ideal candidate has strong AutoCAD experience, understands residential construction, and enjoys collaborating with designers, project managers, and field teams to bring complex projects to life. This is not purely a drafting role. The strongest candidates for this position are individuals who enjoy the balance of:

• Technical documentation
• Design collaboration
• Project coordination

You will work closely with designers, builders, consultants, and internal teams to help translate design intent into thoughtful, buildable solutions for luxury residential environments.

What You’ll Do

• Drafting & Documentation
  • Create clear, accurate, and organized AutoCAD drawing packages for luxury residential projects
  • Develop floor plans, elevations, reflected ceiling plans, sections, details, and schedules
  • Translate design concepts into buildable construction documentation
  • Revise and update drawings based on internal reviews, consultant coordination, and field conditions
  • Assist in maintaining company CAD standards, templates, blocks, and drawing libraries
• Design & Technical Coordination
  • Incorporate audio/video systems, acoustical treatments, lighting, and custom furniture into project drawings
  • Coordinate with interior designers, architects, builders, and AV professionals
  • Review product specifications, shop drawings, installation manuals, and technical documentation
  • Help identify design conflicts and contribute to practical, real-world solutions
  • Support the design team with material research, finish selections, and product coordination
• Design & Administrative Support
  • Assist the design team with material, finish, and sample coordination
  • Pull, organize, and ship samples for client presentations and project needs
  • Help organize project details, specifications, and internal documentation
• Project Support
  • Participate in internal and external project meetings as requested
  • Maintain organized project files and documentation
  • Track progress, revisions, and time allocation accurately
  • Meet project deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail

Qualifications

• 2–10+ years of experience in residential drafting, technical design, interior architecture, or construction documentation
• Advanced AutoCAD proficiency required
• Experience working within a residential interior design studio, architecture firm, custom builder, or luxury residential environment strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods, detailing, and drawing standards
• Experience producing professional construction drawing packages and coordinating revisions
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Experience with SketchUp, rendering software, or 3D modeling is a plus
• Associate’s Degree, Technical Degree, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field preferred
• Understanding of emerging AI tools and technology platforms that can improve drawing production, organization, efficiency, and workflow is a strong plus
• Ability to produce high-quality technical drawings efficiently while contributing to improved systems, standards, and processes

Candidate Profile

• Strong technical production abilities and attention to detail
• The ability to learn quickly and contribute efficiently
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Interest in improving systems, workflows, and team efficiency
• The ability to balance technical documentation, design collaboration, and project coordination within a fast-paced luxury residential environment
• Candidates with stronger luxury residential experience, technical coordination capabilities, and the ability to quickly contribute at a high level will be viewed favorably.

What Success Looks Like at CinemaTech

• Serve Others First — support your team and clients with excellence
• Take Ownership — treat every drawing and deliverable with pride
• Make It Happen — solve problems proactively and keep projects moving
• Be a Bright Spot — bring positivity, professionalism, and consistency
• Respect Everyone — value clients, partners, trades, and teammates alike

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance