Top 90 Structural designer Jobs in Irvine, Ca

Senior Designer / Drafter (Experiential & Scenic Fabrication)
McNally Enterprises —Buena Park, CA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Mentoring
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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6d
Senior Revit Construction Drafter / Designer-In Person
BF Construction Inc —Westminster, CA
- $35 - $42 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Entry Level - Structural Designer
KPFF Consulting Engineers —Irvine, CA
- $77,000 - $87,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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6d
Turbomachinery Mechanical Designer
Valar Atomics —Long Beach, CA
- $140,000 - $215,000 a year
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
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4d
Production Designer/Drafter
Tait —La Mirada, CA
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Supervising experience
Structural CAD/BIM Designer
Hazen and Sawyer —Irvine, CA
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- 6 years
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Cabinet Vision / CAD designer
A-PLUS CONTRACTING INC —Anaheim, CA
- $30 an hour
- Full-time
- 1 year
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Propulsion Structural Engineer I, Combustion Devices
Relativity Space —Long Beach, CA
- $90,000 - $136,000 a year
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Opportunities for advancement
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Structural Designer II
Lionakis —Irvine, CA
- $81,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Project management
- Quality control
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Drafting Engineer - AutoCAD Drafter
4 S.T.E.L. Engineering, Inc. —Anaheim, CA
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Residential
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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10d
Mechanical Engineer II, Neutron Avionics
Rocket Lab Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $110,875 - $156,225 a year
- Office
- Travel
- US work authorization
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Drafter
Rock Steady Productions —Long Beach, CA
- $26 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
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Specialist Engineer, Structures Design
Virgin Galactic —Tustin, CA
- $136,063 - $207,596 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- 11+ years
- Microsoft Office
5d
Senior Mechanical Engineering Designer
Core States Group —Long Beach, CA
- $40 - $58 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Mechanical Detailer/Drafter
RimePro Inc —Santa Ana, CA
- $85,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Associate's degree
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Electrical CAD/BIM Designer
Salas O'Brien, Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $33 - $36 an hour
- Mid-level
- Office
- Associate's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Senior Aerospace Design Engineer
M4 Engineering, Inc. —Long Beach, CA
- $115,000 - $165,000 a year
- Online Application
- 7 years
- In-person
- Senior level
- Opportunities for advancement
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12d
Senior Electrical Engineer
Ware Malcomb —Irvine, CA
- $130,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- 11+ years
- Mentoring
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13d
Turbine Engine Designer
Volund Manufacturing —Huntington Beach, CA
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Multiple hires
- 5 years
- Manufacturing
- Senior level
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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13d
Substation CAD Technician
HDR —Irvine, CA
- $69,000 - $93,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance

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Senior Designer / Drafter (Experiential & Scenic Fabrication)

McNally Enterprises -
Buena Park, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$90,000 - $120,000 a year
6 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Teamwork
3D modeling software
Managing projects in an engineering role
Architecture
3D modeling for product design
Schedule management
Managing engineering teams
Design engineering
Blueprint creation using CAD software
Organizational skills
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing projects
3D modeling
Delegation
Managing art or design teams
Drafting for metal components
Managing drafting teams

Full Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Level Drafter to lead and manage the creation of technical drawings and 3D models for physical builds used in live events and experiential environments.
Applicants should have strong hands-on drafting experience for physical objects or environments, along with proven leadership ability. This role focuses on technical oversight, team management, and driving high-quality, build-ready documentation across multiple projects. This is a full-time, in-person position with no remote work capability.

Role Overview
As a Senior Level Drafter, you will be responsible for overseeing the drafting team and ensuring the successful execution of 2D and 3D drawing packages using SolidWorks. You will collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and fabricators while managing workflows, maintaining standards, and mentoring junior and mid-level drafters.
This role is ideal for someone experienced, detail-oriented, and confident in leading teams within a fast-paced, hands-on production environment.

Core Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of drafters across multiple projects
Assign tasks, review work, and ensure accuracy and consistency across all deliverables
Establish and maintain drafting standards, workflows, and best practices
Provide guidance, feedback, and training to develop team skillsets

Drafting & Technical Oversight

Oversee the creation of technical drawings and plans based on design specifications
Review and approve 2D drawings and 3D CAD models of components, assemblies, and environments
Ensure all drawing packages are clear, accurate, and fabrication-ready
Manage multiple fast-paced experiential projects while maintaining priorities, milestones, and deadlines
Oversee generation of bills of materials, assemblies, and engineering calculations

Collaboration & Project Execution

Work closely with engineers, designers, and fabrication teams to translate concepts into buildable solutions
Lead drawing reviews, redlines, and revisions across project lifecycles
Communicate design intent, technical constraints, and build logic clearly across departments
Act as a key liaison between design, engineering, and production teams

Technical Strategy & Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve workflows, efficiency, and documentation standards
Support technical problem-solving during design, fabrication, and installation phases
Ensure alignment with fabrication capabilities, materials, and structural requirements

Required Qualifications

5+ years of professional drafting or CAD experience
3–5+ years of advanced experience with SolidWorks
Demonstrated experience leading or managing drafting teams or projects
Strong understanding of:
Wood and sheet goods
Metal components and weldments
Fabricated structures and assemblies
Experience designing metal structures such as roof systems, overhangs, or large-scale statement pieces
Strong proficiency in creating detailed 2D drawing sets and complex 3D models
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Design, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience in live events, theater, scenic fabrication, or experiential builds
Familiarity with additional software such as SketchUp, Vectorworks, or Adobe Creative Suite
Experience with electrical integration in design (power requirements, routing, etc.)
Background in designing environments such as retail interiors, brand activations, or exhibitions
Strong understanding of shop drawings, fabrication workflows, and production environments

Core Competencies

Strong leadership and team development skills
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Confident decision-making in fast-paced, production-driven environments
Clear and effective communication across technical and non-technical teams
Ability to balance big-picture oversight with hands-on execution
Adaptable, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset

Portfolio Requirement
Please include examples of drafting and 3D work (professional or personal projects) along with your resume.
If applicable, include examples demonstrating leadership, team coordination, or complex project execution.vent-related work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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structural designer jobs in irvine, ca

Senior Designer / Drafter (Experiential & Scenic Fabrication)

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Cabinet Vision / CAD designer

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Drafting Engineer - AutoCAD Drafter

Mechanical Engineer II, Neutron Avionics

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Specialist Engineer, Structures Design

Senior Mechanical Engineering Designer

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Senior Aerospace Design Engineer

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Substation CAD Technician

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