Now Hiring: CAD Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated CAD Technician to maintain project schedules and provide progress reports. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineers and project managers to complete drafting tasks, engage in the design and drafting of engineering plans, and revise or modify drawings as needed. This role involves performing simple calculations with specific instructions and quantity calculations as directed. You will use CADD software to prepare detailed engineering drawings from sketches or verbal instructions and follow standard procedures for layering and drawing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project schedules and provide progress reports.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers on drafting tasks.
• Design and draft engineering plans.
• Revise or modify drawings as needed.
• Perform simple calculations with guidance.
• Execute quantity calculations as directed.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings using CADD software from sketches or verbal instructions.
• Follow standard procedures for layering and drawing.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency with Civil 3D design software.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Relevant educational background preferred.
• Experience with various engineering software such as OpenRoads.
• Experience in civil engineering design is preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in a related field is preferred.

Work Environment

This role is primarily office-based with occasional field visits. The work location is onsite in Urbandale or Cedar Rapids. This position offers the potential for growth into a senior-level manager role throughout the duration of the project. Entry-level candidates can be trained and earn specific certifications, facilitating their advancement to senior observer and construction manager roles. Our environment encourages growth and skill development into a local leader within the project.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $40.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.

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 : $23 - $40