Advanced Drafter

South Western Communications

South Western Communications, SWC, is one trusted source for communication, physical security and life safety solutions to meet the needs of Healthcare, Education, Detention and Commercial customers. We utilize a consultative approach to conduct an in-depth needs analysis, enabling our customers to fulfill their mission critical processes. We continuously research and select only the best-in class product collection. We utilize these products to create an integrated solution with your goals and needs in mind, ensuring satisfaction and flawless integration. At SWC, we strive to exceed your expectations and invest the time and resources into every job because we care about our customers.


Advanced Drafter
Reports To: Director of Engineering
Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt with Full Benefit Package


Primary Role
Provide drafting support across all departments, delivering accurate drawings and documentation for installed customer systems. Support pre-sales activities by producing drawings for proposals and submittals. Work closely with system engineers to develop comprehensive construction drawings from concept through completion. Update drawings to generate as-built documentation reflecting installed conditions.
This is a high-output role on a fast-moving team; accuracy, ownership, and the ability to manage a full project queue are essential.


Responsibilities
• Develop system drawings and project documentation for assigned projects, managing multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Produce accurate shop drawings and submittals for sales quotations and contractor review.
• Update and maintain as-built drawings for completed installations.
• Provide drafting support to Sales and Technical staff pre- and post-sales.
• Assist Sales Department with drawing packages for proposals and submittals.
• Maintain proficiency in AutoCAD 2024 or newer, including sheet creation, external references, annotation, and viewport scaling.
• Participate in professional development and stay current on technologies offered by the company.
• Comply with company policies and health/safety standards.
• Promote effective teamwork and collaboration.
• Perform other duties as assigned.


Accountability
Accountable to the Director of Engineering, with secondary accountability to management, employees, and customers.


Qualifications
• Minimum 5 years' drafting experience in Electronic, Communication, or Life Safety systems, or equivalent education and experience.
• Proficient in producing construction drawings from concept to completion; this is a production role, not a support role.
• Strong knowledge of sheet creation, external references, annotation, viewport scales, and model space text and block sizing.
• Experience with AutoCAD 2024 or newer required; LISP routines a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
• Valid and current driver's license.


Additional Skills and Abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Responsible, self-motivated, and well-organized; you manage your own workload without needing to be chased.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with engineers, sales staff, and field teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and hit real deadlines.
• Effective planning and organizational skills; able to adapt quickly when priorities shift.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite.


Travel
Minimal travel required.


Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, sit, and use hands and fingers.
• Some light lifting is required.
• Reaching, grasping, and carrying activities.
• Moderate noise level in work environment.
• Primarily indoor work: occasional outdoor activities are subject to seasonal temperature fluctuations.


Management has the right to revise this description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason as outlined in the employee manual or other written agreement.