Designer

Job Title: Drafter / Designer

Job Description

This role focuses on developing, updating, and maintaining accurate facility as-built drawings in support of a busy facilities team within an industrial manufacturing environment. The Drafter / Designer performs on-site field verification, takes precise measurements, and documents existing conditions to ensure facility drawings reflect real-world layouts and infrastructure.

This position requires a hands-on, detail-oriented professional comfortable working in active industrial settings and collaborating with facilities and engineering teams to support space planning, facility modifications, maintenance planning, and capital improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain accurate facility as-built drawings using AutoCAD.
• Perform on-site field verification of buildings, utilities, equipment layouts, and infrastructure.
• Take precise field measurements and document existing conditions.
• Translate field notes and sketches into clear, accurate CAD drawings.
• Verify existing drawings against site conditions and document discrepancies.
• Support facilities and engineering teams with documentation for planning and projects.
• Maintain organized drawing files, including layering standards and revision control.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure drawing accuracy and completeness.
• Apply drafting standards and best practices to produce clear, buildable drawings.
• Lay out assemblies, sub-assemblies, and fabrication details accurately.
• Incorporate weld symbols and basic electrical design elements (e.g., conduit routing, equipment connections) into drawings as needed.
• Perform revisions based on design changes or field updates.
• Review architectural, mechanical, structural, and basic electrical drawings for consistency.
• Manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow all site safety policies when working in operational facilities.

Essential Skills

• Experience as a Drafter / Designer, preferably in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD (2D).
• Experience creating and updating as-built drawings.
• Ability to perform field verification and measurements on-site.
• Knowledge of drafting principles and techniques.
• Ability to visualize and lay out assemblies and fabrication details.
• Understanding of weld symbols and basic electrical drafting concepts.
• Familiarity with building layouts and architectural elements (walls, doors, etc.).
• Understanding of basic MEP systems, including electrical, utilities, and equipment layouts.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical, architectural, structural, and electrical drawings.
• Experience in mechanical and/or basic electrical design drafting.
• Familiarity with Autodesk Inventor or similar tools.
• Experience with document control and revision processes.
• Comfortable working hands-on in active industrial environments.

This is a Contract position based out of Albany, OR.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $38.00/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 Albany,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.

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

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $25 - $38