Senior Design Drafter

Job Description

We're looking for a Sr. Design Drafter to support the development of new store locations from site approval through construction. This role is responsible for preparing site plans, coordinating with merchandising and utility teams, managing architectural drawings, and ensuring compliance with municipal codes. You'll work closely with consultants and internal teams to deliver accurate construction documents, manage budgets, and keep projects on schedule. Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of AutoCAD experience, a background in architectural or civil engineering, and strong project management skills. If you're detail-oriented, collaborative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities after Real Estate Site Approval :

• Prepare Site Plans and coordinate with the Merchandising team on fixture layouts to ensure the plans meet the intent of the "approved" site or fixture plans prior to the Pre-Construction Review Meeting.
• Assist the Pre-Construction Specialist in working to obtain all municipal and governing agency approvals, ensuring code compliance with all required authorities.
• Produce all architectural required drawings, as well as assist the Pre-Construction Specialist with the management of the various consulting engineers (Structural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.) to ensure AutoZone standards are maintained prior to submittal to the various municipal approving agencies.
• Coordinate with various dry utility companies to ensure our electrical, telephone and natural gas services reflect the utility companies design intent.
• Complete Design Exchange bid packages and ensure engineered construction drawings and bid documents are accurate and provided to the Construction department.
• Provide proper specifications and documentation to the Support team for any non-standard AFI items as required.
• Incorporate all exterior sign locations and sizes, provided by the National Sign Manager, are reflected in the construction drawings.

Primary Responsibilities after Construction Starts :

Budgetary Responsibilities :

Project Management Responsibilities :

Timeline Responsibilities :

Qualifications

About Us

Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.

Benefits at AutoZone

AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners' physical, mental and financial well-being.

All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time) :

Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners :

Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.

We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.

Online Application :

An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com / candidateresources.

AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.