What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cad Drafter position at Actalent?
The Opportunity
Actalent Services is hiring a CAD Designer to produce 3D assembly models and detailed drawings for hydraulic power units and related pneumatic and electrical systems. You’ll spend most of your time building and maintaining assembly documentation in SolidWorks, with exposure to clients and cross‑functional teams.
What You’ll Do
- Create and revise 3D assembly models and assembly drawings (SolidWorks) for hydraulic power units.
- Generate and maintain BOMs, file management/PDM structure, and drawing standards.
- Produce pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical schematics (SolidWorks Electrical or AutoCAD).
- Support documentation, compliance, and release packages.
- Join occasional client meetings to clarify requirements and present design updates.
- Collaborate closely with engineering and the lead CAD technician.
Work mix: 90% drafting/documentation; 10% client meetings and related coordination.
Must‑Have Skills
- Proficiency with SolidWorks for assemblies (manipulation, creation, and detailing).
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD or SolidWorks Electrical for 2D schematics.
- Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic components, and basic electrical drafting principles.
- Experience creating assembly drawings, BOMs, and managing design files.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline.
Nice to Have
- CSWP (Certified SolidWorks Professional) credential.
- Experience drafting hydraulic power units or similar fluid power assemblies.
Why We’re Hiring
Customer demand for 3D modeling is growing rapidly— including a recently won $2.5M program requiring 100 drawings. We’re adding capacity now to stay ahead of the workload and maintain response times.
Your Team & Focus Area
You’ll join a small group of two CAD Designers who’ve specialized into their strengths; this role will focus on hydraulics and assembly‑level work (more assemblies than one‑off parts/components).
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bartlett, IL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $31.25/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)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Bartlett,IL.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $25 - $31