Cad Drafter

Job Title: CAD Drafter

Job Description

This position offers an opportunity to work as a CAD Drafter focused on joist and decking projects, with openings for both entry-level and mid-level candidates. You will create accurate, constructible drawings and models that support structural steel and related fabrication work, while learning and growing under the guidance of a dedicated trainer. The role suits individuals who enjoy building, visualizing how parts fit together, and taking ownership of their work from concept through to completion.

Responsibilities

• Detail joists and decking accurately, producing clear and complete drawings and models for fabrication and construction.
• Apply strong drafting principles, including drawing clean, straight lines, maintaining correct dimension placement, and avoiding poor practices such as exploding dimensions.
• Use CAD software, primarily AutoCAD and other 3D modeling tools, while supporting the transition toward Tecla.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, construction plans, and structural documents to create precise construction and fabrication drawings.
• Visualize how components fit together and understand how design changes affect other elements in the structure, similar to assembling complex items without step-by-step instructions.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders, including engineering, fabrication, and other internal teams, to clarify requirements and resolve design questions.
• Ask questions proactively and seek clarification to ensure accuracy and constructability of drawings.
• Take ownership of assigned projects, managing your workload to complete detailing tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Support design, mechanical, and basic project management activities as needed to move projects forward.
• Contribute to overall team goals by producing accurate work quickly, supporting the bonus-driven focus on plant profitability and on-time delivery.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar CAD software for drafting and detailing.
• Solid understanding of basic drafting principles, including drawing straight lines, correct dimensioning, and proper dimension placement.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction documents, and architectural or structural drawings.
• Ability to visualize three-dimensional structures and understand how individual parts fit and function together.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in creating construction and fabrication drawings.
• Motivated, driven mindset with the ability to take ownership of tasks and follow them through to completion.
• Willingness to ask questions, seek clarification, and avoid a passive approach to work.
• Comfort working with structural steel, steel joist detailing, or related fabrication concepts, or the ability to learn them quickly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with 3D modeling and CAD programs is a plus.
• Familiarity with Tecla or similar structural detailing software is beneficial; willingness to learn during the transition is valued.
• structural steel, steel joist detailing, fabrication, machining, mechanics, wood truss work, or surveying is advantageous.
• Experience in civil drafting, architectural drafting, or structural drafting and design is helpful.
• Ability to work with construction documents and construction plans with minimal supervision.
• Project management skills are helpful, particularly in coordinating tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Experience reading and working from blueprints in a shop, plant, or construction environment is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to take on challenges, solve problems, and "conquer" new tasks with minimal hesitation.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Reno, NV.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Reno,NV.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $24 - $26