Civil 3D Drafter

Job Title: Civil 3D Drafter

Job Description

This role focuses on setting up and drafting electrical engineering projects in Autodesk Civil 3D for roadway, airfield, and general electrical site plans. You will create detailed 2D and 3D electrical models, support project engineers throughout the project lifecycle, and help ensure drawings meet established standards while delivering exceptional service to internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Set up new electrical engineering projects in Autodesk Civil 3D for roadway, airfield, and general electrical site plans.
• Draft electrical designs for lighting, power, and technology/communications/low voltage systems using Civil 3D Structures and Pipe Networks.
• Develop and maintain accurate 2D and 3D electrical model plans that support horizontal construction projects.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues within the Civil 3D model as projects progress toward completion.
• Collaborate closely with project engineers to ensure plans are accurate, constructible, and delivered on schedule.
• Apply and follow established electrical and client-specific drafting standards to produce neat, clean, and visually appealing drawings.
• Support utility layout and pipe network modeling to align with project requirements and design intent.
• Provide a high level of service to project teams and clients, building trust through consistent quality and responsiveness.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in Civil 3D drafting for electrical utilities.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Civil 3D, including Structures and Pipe Networks.
• Experience drafting electrical designs for lighting, power, and low voltage/technology/communications systems.
• Ability to produce accurate 2D and 3D electrical model plans for roadway, airfield, and general electrical site projects.
• Strong understanding of utility layout and pipe network drafting within Civil 3D.
• Ability to follow and apply electrical and client-specific drafting standards.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on producing clean and visually clear drawings.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with project engineers and project teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with MicroStation is a plus.
• Experience with ProjectWise is a plus.
• Experience working on horizontal construction projects such as roadways, airfields, and site development is beneficial.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent client service and building trust through high-quality work.

Work Environment

This position is fully in-office and based in a growing design team environment. You will work alongside a small, collaborative group of drafters and engineers on a variety of horizontal construction projects, including roadway, airfield, and general electrical site plans. The team has a strong backlog of work and continues to win new projects, including work for transportation and aviation sectors. Daily work centers around Autodesk Civil 3D, with opportunities to interact with tools such as MicroStation and ProjectWise. The setting is professional and project-focused, with close coordination among team members to meet deadlines and maintain high drafting standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, CO.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 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 : $30 - $40