Cad Drafter

Company: Production Management One
Location: Dearborn
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Compensation: $25–$30/hour full benefits Location: In-office position in Taylor, MI 48180 (must work onsite) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM with 1-hour lunch. Occasional offsite production visits outside normal business hours. Job Type: Full-Time W-2 PM1 Benefits: Bonus opportunity Health Insurance with full coverage options Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 401(k) with company match Generous PTO / paid vacation Paid holidays Life insurance Employees qualify for insurance options after a 30-day probationary period Job Summary: Do you have a passion for turning imagination into reality? Are you ready to help design extraordinary live events? At PM1, you’ll transform ideas into immersive environments using our proprietary digital library of 3D assets. As an AutoCAD Designer, your AutoCAD and 3D design skills will support everything from client presentations to installer-ready construction drawings. You’ll work closely with sales, project managers, and production teams to bring complex event visions to life — supporting festivals, political campaigns, pop-up malls, fashion runways, and more. Responsibilities: Create engaging 3D wireframe drawings for live events using PM1’s digital asset library while actively helping build and further develop that library Produce detailed internal construction drawings with bills of materials used by PM1 technicians and project managers to execute events on site Participate in off-site site surveys as needed PM1 provides a structured Site Survey Training Program. You will shadow seasoned professionals before ever going solo. Certifications are awarded as you progress: Beginner, Intermediate, and Professional. Partner with sales to understand client preferences, equipment needs, and scope Assist sales in the PM1 quoting process by providing counts, clarifications, and technical details needed to get quotes out the door Participate in production calls to define scope and design direction prior to CAD development Collaborate cross-functionally with project managers, event coordinators, and designers to ensure smooth execution Ensure drawings align with inventory management systems Interpret survey data or client files inside AutoCAD, including converting files from other platforms when needed Stay current on 3D design tools, industry trends, and PM1’s in-house gear offerings Maintain task queues, prioritize daily work, and operate independently Additional responsibilities as assigned Required Qualifications: Associate degree or higher preferred in a design-related field. No Bachelor’s degree required Minimum 3 years of AutoCAD experience in 3D design. College projects, internships, or personal study count Must have 3D AutoCAD proficiency. 2D-only skill sets will not be considered On-site presence required Monday–Friday in Taylor, MI, with virtual collaboration across PM1 locations Willingness to conduct occasional offsite site surveys. Training provided Demonstrated ability to multitask, self-manage workload, and prioritize effectively Reliable transportation required Note: Other CAD platforms such as SolidWorks or CATIA do not replace AutoCAD experience for this role. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with inventory systems, CRM platforms, or related design tools Familiarity with Unity, Unreal Engine, 3D Studio Max, Maya, and AI design tools is a plus Experience using Google Earth to overlay CAD drawings to scale Why Join PM1: Since 2018, PM1 has specialized in high-impact live events by blending creativity with precision execution. Our CAD department sits at the core of everything we build, translating ideas into buildable realities. You’ll join a fast-moving, collaborative environment where learning is constant and your designs directly shape real-world experiences. PM1 Purpose & Core Values: Purpose: To make complex event structures simple for our customers. Core Values: Wow-Worthy Culture We do the right thing when nobody’s watching. Ethical, honest, kind, and dependable. Customers for Life We are proactive problem solvers with a deep desire to do what’s right. Future Focused We invest continuously in our people, equipment, and expertise, always asking what’s next. Production Management One is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any protected status. 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