[Hiring] Drafter/Estimator REMOTE USA
Position: Drafter/Estimator
Date posted: 2025-06-24
Industry: Other
Employment type: Full Time
Experience: 2 to 3 year
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree holder
Salary: $30-$45/hour
Location: Portland, Oregon, United States, REMOTE
Company: SF Metalworks
Description:
Hiring Drafter/Estimator (Remote)
Availability During PST Business Hours Required
Draft. Estimate. Organize. Build excellence from concept to execution.
Join a team committed to creating exceptional architectural metalwork, from statement staircases to sculptural elements and functional details. In this part-time (with potential for full-time) remote role, you’ll take ownership of drafting, estimating, and technical coordination, translating rough ideas into beautiful, buildable, and budget-conscious solutions.
Major Responsibilities:
Drafting:
- Produce accurate and detailed digital drawing sets for client approval based on raw sketches, redlines, and project specs.
- Translate approved designs into shop-ready documentation, including 2D and 3D files, BOMs, cut lists, hardware specs, and quality standards.
- Generate and maintain traveler packets in alignment with internal drafting department standards.
- Provide accurate cut files (.DXF or .STEP) for internal CNC or external vendor use and coordinate with vendors during handoffs.
- Place vendor orders for materials or hardware when delegated by the Shop Foreman or Operations Manager.
- Confirm current pricing and delivery timelines, and coordinate with internal stakeholders as needed.
Estimating:
- Clarify quote request scopes and identify relevant project elements, including dimensions, finishes, materials, and fabrication requirements.
- Submit RFIs to clients and RFQs to vendors to clarify scope, lead times, and costs.
- Estimate labor hours or coordinate with the Shop Foreman to gather and understand time projections.
- Draft internal scope language for Client Service Manager to finalize proposals.
- For CNC-only jobs, take full ownership of estimating and proposal development using Paperless Parts software.
General Coordination:
- Maintain clear, well-organized project files in shared digital folders, ensuring the latest working models are uploaded and accessible weekly.
- Build and maintain an organized library of frequently used parts and non-SFM components.
- Adhere to established SFM CAD Standards for modeling practices, file structure, and documentation clarity.
- Proactively communicate project updates and expected hours to the Manager weekly.
- Flag scope or timeline changes early to support internal alignment or client-issued change orders.
Skills & Qualifications:
Hard:
- 3+ years drafting experience in architectural or mechanical settings, with portfolio required.
- Proficient in Rhino 6+, Fusion 360 or SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Excel/Google Sheets.
- Strong understanding of fabrication methods and mechanical design principles.
- Ability to model in 3D and extract 2D shop drawings with high attention to detail.
- Familiarity with CNC workflows and cut file creation (.dxf, .step).
- Experience in estimating materials, labor, and coordinating with vendors.
- Organized, methodical, and clear communicator verbally and in writing.
Soft:
- Effective problem-solver with a creative, solution-oriented mindset.
- Able to shift between big-picture thinking and fine technical detail.
- Collaborative and communicative, able to work independently and take feedback constructively.
- Confidently managing multiple projects and timelines in a deadline-driven environment.
Physical Demand and Work Environment:
This is a remote, part-time role (20-30 hours per week) with potential for full-time based on performance and business needs. General availability during Pacific Standard Time business hours is expected. May include sitting or standing at a computer for up to 10 hours a day.
Compensation & Benefits:
- $30-$45/hour, depending on experience.
- Employees must have access to a phone, computer, webcam, and reliable internet.
Benefits (for qualifying employees):
- Paid Time Off
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance Coverage
To Apply:
In this role, your ability to communicate visually and think critically is everything. As part of the vetting process, a portfolio of your architectural and/or mechanical drafting work is required. We want to see how you think, how you build, and how you problem-solve through design. If you’re excited to contribute to high-end, custom fabrication projects and work with a collaborative, excellence-driven team, we want to hear from you.
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