Cabinet & Millwork Drafter

High-End Residential & Commercial

Company Overview

Our client is a premier, full-service interior design, high-end kitchen cabinetry, and architectural millwork company based in New York City. The firm specializes in contemporary, design-driven cabinetry and bespoke millwork solutions for luxury residential properties, multi-unit developments, and commercial spaces.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Cabinet & Millwork Drafter to translate design concepts, architectural sketches, and project takeoffs into precise, fabrication-ready shop drawings. This position will collaborate closely with interior designers, sales consultants, project managers, and production teams to ensure accurate execution of high-end cabinetry and millwork projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Shop Drawings: Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D CAD configurations for kitchen cabinetry, integrated appliance panels, bathroom vanities, and architectural casework.

• Technical Integration: Develop detailed floor-to-ceiling millwork designs and ensure proper integration of appliances and other components.

• Materials & Specifications: Calculate dimensions, material requirements, joinery methods, hardware requirements, veneer layouts, and other production specifications.

• Site Verification: Review field measurements and existing conditions to ensure accurate fabrication and installation.

• Revision Control: Incorporate architectural redlines, field changes, building requirements, and client revisions into drawings.

• Production Coordination: Provide clear fabrication instructions, assembly details, cut lists, and production documentation to manufacturing teams.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with designers, project managers, sales teams, and production personnel throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 3-5 years of drafting experience specializing in custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, or high-end European-style cabinetry.

• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or cabinet manufacturing software such as Cabinet Vision, Mozaik, or TopSolid.

• Strong ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, structural sections, and MEP plans.

• Solid understanding of wood species, veneer matching, hardware integration, frameless and face-frame construction, and material tolerances.

• Strong spatial awareness and mathematical skills, including geometry and trigonometry.

• Experience producing accurate, fabrication-ready documentation.

Desired Characteristics

• Exceptional attention to detail and precision.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows and practical fabrication requirements.

• Ability to identify potential design or production issues before fabrication.