Residential Architectural Designer

Draftech | Treasure Valley, ID

Design homes. Shape lifestyles. Grow your career.

Draftech is now hiring a Residential Architectural Designer to join our award-winning residential design team. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, motivated designer who thrives in projects that range from production homes to custom home design and enjoys working directly with builders and homeowners.

You’ll be involved in every stage of the residential design process, from concept to refined plans, while collaborating with a talented, dynamic team in a fast-paced yet supportive environment.

What You’ll Do

Design thoughtful, functional residential floor plans and exterior elevations
Develop site plans, 3D models, and presentation-quality drawings (C.D.’s not required)
Work directly with homeowners, builders, contractors, and engineers
Interpret and incorporate client feedback, redlines, and regulatory comments
Coordinate with drafting staff to ensure design intent is accurately communicated
Manage projects and maintain clear, professional communication
Apply creative problem-solving to reconcile design challenges

Required Skills & Qualifications

Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
Proficiency in CAD drafting software (required)
Solid understanding of residential floor plans, exterior elements, and roof design
Knowledge of IRC codes and residential building systems
Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and solution-focused

Experience & Education

6+ years of job-related work experience in residential design required
Degree in Architecture, Architectural Design, Drafting, or Interior Design (2-4-year)
Proven experience leading client meetings and guiding full home designs

Benefits

Pay Range: $70,000 – $90,000 annually (DOE, paid hourly)
Medical Insurance with Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Professional development and growth support

Why This Role Stands Out

If you’re a residential designer who wants more than repetitive drafting, this role was created for you. At Draftech, you won’t be buried in production or disconnected from the design process. You’ll have true creative ownership, work directly with clients, and see your designs move from concept to beautifully built homes.

We value smart design, clear communication, and creative problem-solving. Our designers are trusted, respected, and empowered to make decisions. You’ll collaborate with experienced professionals who care about quality and who enjoy what they do.

This is a place where:

Your ideas are heard and implemented
You work on custom homes as well as builder production projects
You grow professionally with support, mentorship, and flexibility
You’re part of a stable, award-winning firm with a 28-year track record
Work–life balance is respected, not just talked about
Work alongside mentors with a teaching mindset

If you’re driven, design-focused, and want to build a long-term career with a company that values both great work and great people, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please submit:

Resume
Portfolio of relevant work
Pay requirements

We look forward to meeting designers who are passionate about residential architecture and ready to grow with us.

Draftech

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