Javier T.
Senior CAD Drafter
RATING 5/5
Hire vetted remote CAD drafters who convert PDFs and sketches into clean AutoCAD drawings, produce as-builts and site plans, and pick up redlines overnight for architects, engineers and contractors.
Senior CAD Drafter
RATING 5/5
Civil CAD Drafter
RATING 5/5
CAD Technician
RATING 5/5
MicroStation & AutoCAD Drafter
RATING 5/5
Why firms work with us
Clean, layered, standards-compliant CAD files, turned around while your team sleeps.
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Book a 20-minute call and get a shortlist of three vetted CAD drafters within 24 hours.
Book a CallTell us your stack and we shortlist only people who already use it daily.
A CAD drafter produces and maintains technical drawings in computer-aided design software. They convert PDFs, scans and sketches into accurate CAD files, draw plans, site plans, details and as-builts, pick up redlines, and keep drawings clean and consistent with your layers, blocks and CAD standards.
Architectural and engineering CAD drafters; civil CAD drafters working in Civil 3D; MicroStation drafters for infrastructure and public-sector work; and CAD technicians who manage standards and sheet sets.
| Level | Handles | Monthly rate (full-time) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | PDF-to-CAD conversion, redlines and drawing clean-up | $1,999–$2,199/mo |
| Mid-level | Full drawing sets, site plans, details and as-builts | $2,299–$2,599/mo |
| Senior | CAD standards, templates and QA across drawing sets | $2,699–$2,999/mo |
A full-time remote CAD drafter through HireArchitects costs a fraction of a US in-house hire, with no placement fee.
| Cost | US in-house hire | US staffing agency | HireArchitects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual cost | $60,000 + 25% benefits | $110,000+ loaded | From $1,999/mo |
| Placement fee | Recruiter 15–20% | Included in markup | None |
| Time to hire | 4–8 weeks | 2–4 weeks | 24–72 hours |
| Commitment | Permanent | Contract minimum | Cancel any time |
Concept Renovations Inc.
Typical Job Cost:
$10,000 - $10m
Highly Recommended
Concept Renovations Inc. is a Los Angeles design-build contractor.
Concept Renovations Inc.
Typical Job Cost:
$10,000 - $10m
Highly Recommended
Concept Renovations Inc. is a Los Angeles design-build contractor.
Concept Renovations Inc.
Typical Job Cost:
$10,000 - $10m
Concept Renovations Inc. is a Los Angeles design-build contractor.
Highly Recommended
Pinnacle Design Builders
Typical Job Cost:
$10,000 - $10m
Pinnacle Design Builders is a residential design-build firm.
Intelligent & Creative
20-minute call on scope, software and hours
Three vetted candidates with work samples.
Talk to them directly. Paid test project optional.
We handle contracts, payments and compliance.
5,000 +
Companies
Architecture, engineering and construction firms use HireArchitects to add design and preconstruction capacity without adding US payroll.
Every architect in our talent platform has been thoroughly tested and vetted, so you can hire faster with complete confidence.
Ethan Carter"I highly recommend this product. It’s reliable, efficient, and has made my daily tasks so much easier."
"Using this service has truly transformed my workflow. The team is professional and the results exceeded my expectations!"
Every architect in our talent platform has been thoroughly tested and vetted, so you can hire faster with complete confidence.
Ethan Carter2,000 +
Projects completed
From single-family remodels to multifamily and commercial builds, our professionals have delivered drawings, estimates and schedules for US projects.
Most firms that hire a CAD drafter add an architectural or structural drafter within the first six months.
A full-time remote CAD drafter through HireArchitects starts from $1,999 a month. Junior drafters sit around $1,999–$2,199/mo, mid-level drafters $2,299–$2,599/mo and senior CAD drafters $2,699–$2,999/mo. One monthly rate, with no placement fee.
AutoCAD is standard, and many also use AutoCAD LT, Civil 3D, MicroStation, BricsCAD or Revit. Tell us your software and version and we only shortlist drafters who use it daily.
Yes. PDF-to-CAD conversion is one of the most common tasks our CAD drafters handle, including scaled scans and hand sketches, delivered as clean, layered drawings to your standards.
Yes. Our CAD drafters are based in Latin America, within one to three hours of US time zones, and normally keep full US business hours so they join your meetings and calls live.
Every candidate is interviewed, checked for spoken and written English, and given a practical test based on real CAD drafter work. We review portfolios and verify previous experience before anyone reaches your shortlist.
You get a shortlist of three vetted CAD drafters within 24 hours of your call. Most clients interview the same week and have their hire working within 24 to 72 hours of choosing.
Tell us and we will shortlist replacement candidates. There is no long-term commitment, so you can also cancel at any time.
Usually yes: most firms give their remote hire a seat on the software they use and access to their file server or cloud, so work stays in your systems. Some professionals hold their own licences; we can confirm on the call.
Three shortlisted candidates within 24 hours. No placement fee.
