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Cad Technician

Actalent
Washington, DC Other
POSTED ON 6/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/23/2026

Job Title: CAD Technician


Job Description

We are seeking a skilled CAD Technician to conduct site surveys of local buildings, collect and confirm room locations and spatial data, and ensure compliance with SI CAD Standards. The role involves reviewing, verifying, and editing drawings and spatial data based on feedback from Smithsonian staff, developing new drawings for incomplete facilities, and providing printed reports as needed. This position supports ongoing construction activities at the Smithsonian Institute, including high-profile projects such as the National Air and Space Museum on the National Mall.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct site surveys of local buildings to collect or confirm room locations and spatial data.
  • Ensure technical verification of CAD deliverables for compliance with SI CAD Standards.
  • Review drawings and data to ensure accurate capture and compliance.
  • Edit spatial data and create/edit drawings based on comments from Smithsonian staff.
  • Develop new drawings for incomplete facilities.
  • Provide printed reports as requested by Smithsonian staff.
  • Log all tasks in the provided system.
  • Provide onsite space planning and update floor planning for the Smithsonian Institute.
  • Convert designs into AutoCAD floor plans for the Smithsonian.

Essential Skills

  • Associate's degree in Drafting, Designing, CAD, or similar training.
  • Previous federal agency experience in drafting, space planning, floor layout, and drawings.
  • Eligible for a security clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with AutoCAD.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with Smithsonian staff.

Work Environment

This position is onsite with no remote or hybrid work options offered. The CAD Technician will report to the Project Manager and work in a dynamic environment supporting high-profile projects, including those at the National Air and Space Museum on the National Mall.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $39.00/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 Washington,DC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $36 - $39

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