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Civil Cad Technician

Actalent
Chicago, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 1/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2026

Job Title: Civil CAD Technician

Job Description

Collaborate with engineers, designers, and detailers to produce high-quality drafting details across a range of civil projects. Develop and support computer-aided design (CAD) solutions tailored to project requirements. Create new engineering drawings and update existing ones based on provided sketches, layouts, or specifications. Participate in ongoing efforts to enhance drafting detail quality and consistency. Ensure compliance with company and client drafting standards, procedures, and discipline-specific practices.

Responsibilities

  • Draft design and documentation efforts for various assignments.
  • Utilize standard drafting detail programs to complete project tasks efficiently.
  • Investigate project-related issues and propose practical design solutions.
  • Support miscellaneous tasks and special projects as directed by management.
  • Adhere to all organizational policies, procedures, and quality standards.
  • Perform additional duties as needed to support project and team success.

Essential Skills

  • Drafting in civil, pipeline, and AutoCAD.
  • Experience with Gas Drafting and Pipeline design.
  • Proficiency in CAD drawings and layout design.
  • Basic knowledge of commands in at least one CAD program and ability to use higher-level commands.
  • Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or CAD Certificate with a minimum of 1 year of relevant civil experience.
  • Associates or Bachelors in CAD.
  • Basic knowledge and experience in multiple CAD systems preferred, including 3D.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills.
  • Self-motivated and eager learner with the aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and budget.

Work Environment

The position is office-based 90% to 95% of the time with occasional travel. The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, with all team members in the office 5 days a week. The office is located in a modern, updated building with three floors and plans to add a fourth, situated in Downtown Chicago, about one block away from Willis Tower. Employees are provided with extensive training to advance their careers.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $25.00/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 Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 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 : $19 - $25

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