Structural Drafter II
Lancaster, PA
Bring innovative mass timber structures to life by transforming engineering concepts into a buildable reality on projects that move from design to construction.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
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Build What Gets Built: See your work move from design through fabrication and into construction on projects that become reality—not concepts that sit on a shelf.
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Specialized Expertise: Expand your skills on distinctive mass timber and heavy timber projects using advanced BIM and structural modeling technology.
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Family-Oriented Team: Join a close-knit group where collaboration, open communication, and genuine respect create an environment where everyone contributes.
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Your Voice Matters: Work alongside approachable leaders who value your ideas, listen to your feedback, and invest in your professional growth.
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Growing With Purpose: Become part of a rapidly expanding engineering team that's helping shape the future of innovative wood construction.
About Us
WoodCore Engineering is a structural engineering and drafting firm specializing in mass timber and wood framing systems. We partner with architects, developers, and general contractors to deliver structural design, engineering support, detailing, and turnkey timber solutions that take projects from concept through fabrication and construction. As a growing, faith-based team, we value collaboration, innovation, and building lasting relationships while helping bring our clients' visions to life.
What You'll Do as a Structural Drafter II
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Develop structural construction documents, framing plans, foundation plans, details, and shop drawings using Revit, AutoCAD, Cadwork, and BIM technology.
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Transform engineering concepts into accurate 2D and 3D models that support structural design, fabrication, and construction from start to finish.
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Collaborate with engineers, architects, contractors, and project partners to coordinate designs, resolve conflicts, and deliver high-quality project documentation.
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Create detailed BIM models, perform clash detection, and refine designs to improve constructability and streamline project execution.
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Produce 3D visualizations and quantity takeoffs that support client presentations and proposal development.
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Visit project sites as needed to gather field measurements, document existing conditions, and ensure drawings accurately reflect real-world conditions.
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Lead drafting efforts on assigned projects by coordinating work, mentoring team members when appropriate, and helping maintain WoodCore Engineering's drafting standards.
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Continuously improve your knowledge of drafting software, BIM technology, building codes, and construction methods to deliver innovative structural solutions.
Our Ideal Structural Drafter II
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Experienced: Bring at least five years of drafting experience (or comparable experience) with the ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and structural construction documents.
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Technically Proficient: Confidently use AutoCAD and Revit, with the ability to learn and apply BIM technologies such as Cadwork and other modeling software to produce accurate, buildable designs.
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Organized: Manage multiple projects, shifting priorities, and deadlines while maintaining the quality and accuracy our clients expect.
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Collaborative: Communicate effectively with engineers, architects, contractors, customers, and teammates to keep projects moving forward and resolve challenges proactively.
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Growth-Minded: Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and staying current with evolving drafting technologies, building codes, and construction practices.
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Values-Driven: Lead with integrity, embrace teamwork, and contribute to a culture where people support one another, take ownership of their work, and are passionate about building innovative wood structures.
What We Offer Our Structural Drafter II
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Pay: $60,000-$80,000/year, based on experience and qualifications
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Health Insurance
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Dental & Vision Insurance: Available at employee cost
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Self-managed Paid Time Off
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Paid Holidays
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401(k): With a 3% company match
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Profit Sharing
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Monday Morning Huddles
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Occasional Field Site Visits
To Apply
Structural Drafters, BIM Drafters, CAD Drafters, Revit Drafters, and Structural Designers with AutoCAD and BIM experience who are passionate about innovative wood construction are encouraged to explore this opportunity with WoodCore Engineering.
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Requirements:
- At least five years of drafting experience (or comparable experience)
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Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and structural construction documents
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Can use AutoCAD and Revit
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Experience with BIM technologies, such as Cadwork and other modeling software, to produce accurate, buildable designs is a plus
