Senior Drafter

Description

La La Land Cafe is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Drafter to join our team. This person will support and collaborate closely with our Lead Designers to deliver highly detailed technical drawings and plans. Your expertise will ensure that our world-class stores are executed with flawless precision, contributing to the immersive and high-end experience our clients expect.

This position is in person, located in Dallas, TX.

Please submit a copy of your portfolio with your resume if available.

What This Role Demands:
Key Responsibilities:

Drafting and Technical Documentation:

• Create accurate and detailed store design concepts, including schematics, kitchen layouts, seating configurations, details, and construction documentation, ensuring that all documents align with project standards.
• Generate dimensioned and annotated plans, elevations, sections, details, 3D views, schedules, etc.
• Research, read and interpret product specifications, diagrams, schematics, graphs, charts, installation manuals, and other documentation to incorporate into designs.
• Identify construction and equipment detailing challenges on projects, find solutions and effectively document them in the construction drawing sets.

Collaborate with Design Team:

• Work closely with our Store Interior designers to translate design concepts into technical drawings.
• Maintain communication with the team to ensure a seamless coordinated effort.
• CAD Management: Contribute to the ongoing creation and management of our CAD libraries and standards.
• Coordination with Project Teams: Assist in the coordination of Store designs with other systems such as lighting, retail, signage, Patio, and Decor, ensuring seamless integration across all project components.
• Support Project Management: Aid in the review and refinement of design plans throughout the project lifecycle, making updates as necessary to meet store expectations and project requirements.
• Continuous Learning: Stay informed on the latest drafting techniques, Store design trends, and technological advancements applicable to the QSR industry to enhance the quality and efficiency of your work.

Requirements

Education: Associates degree in Drafting, CAD Technology, Interior Design, or a related field. A Bachelor's degree is a plus.

Experience: Proven experience as a draftsperson in interior design, architectural design, or QSR design, ideally within the high-end restaurant sector.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD is required (advanced).
• Bluebeam, Sketch and V-Ray experience (a Plus).
• Knowledge or experience in Restaurant design, Drive-through, and Kitchens (a Plus).
• Able to read, interpret and follow documentation including, but not limited to; construction drawings, specifications, installation manuals, procedural documents, schematics, diagrams, charts and graphs.

Attention to Detail: Exceptional precision and attention to detail in drafting and technical documentation.

Communication Skills: Ability to clearly communicate technical details and collaborate effectively with designers, engineers, and project teams.

Efficiency: Ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and work in a fast-paced environment

Teamwork: Strong ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Salary Range: Starting at $65k