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Cad Technician

Actalent
Rapids, IA Contractor
POSTED ON 12/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/17/2026
Job Title: CAD TechnicianJob Description

We are seeking a skilled CAD Technician who will play a pivotal role in designing and drafting for large industrial plants. The successful candidate will conduct site visits, draft initial rough sketches, and develop comprehensive detailed drawings primarily in 2D AutoCAD.

Responsibilities
  • Conduct site visits to gather necessary measurements and spatial information.
  • Create rough drafts followed by detailed 2D drawings for various industrial plant components, including transitions, spouts, towers, and platforms.
  • Utilize Google Earth for site layouts and measurements.
  • Focus on mechanical drawings with no electrical components involved.
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure accuracy and feasibility of designs.
Essential Skills
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, specifically 2D design and drafting.
  • At least 2 years of professional experience in a similar role.
  • Ability to create both rough drafts and detailed drawings from scratch.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical design principles.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience with Revit is a plus.
  • Previous experience in industrial plant design is advantageous.
Work Environment

This position is fully onsite, requiring willingness to travel 1-2 days per week, including some overnight stays. Per diem is provided for travel days. The role involves a 50-hour workweek and may require more travel initially for training and shadowing purposes. Candidates will remain in training until confident to perform independently.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $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 Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 30, 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 : $35 - $40

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