Job Title: AutoCAD Drafter

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented AutoCAD Drafter to join our team. This role involves reading customer architectural and mechanical plans and using CAD software to create precise drawings for both customer and manufacturing processes. The drafter will work closely with engineers and experienced staff, developing drawings based on designs and sketches provided. It is essential to understand customer requirements from quotations and specifications and possess a working knowledge of drafting fundamentals, including orthographic views, standard dimensioning practices, and scaling using both English and metric units of measure. The drafter will create drawings that involve checking dimensions of parts, documenting materials, and verifying the form, fit, and function of parts within assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret customer architectural and mechanical plans.
• Utilize CAD software to generate drawings for customer and manufacturing processes.
• Develop drawings based on designs and sketches provided by engineers or experienced staff.
• Understand and incorporate customer requirements from quotations and specifications.
• Apply drafting fundamentals, including orthographic views, standard dimensioning practices, and scaling using English and metric units.
• Create drawings that involve checking dimensions of parts, documenting materials, and verifying form, fit, and function of parts in assemblies.
• Follow directions and learn company-specific drafting standards.
• Develop a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, machines, and various building materials.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and drafting techniques.
• Ability to read and understand customer architectural and mechanical plans.
• Skillful use of CAD software for creating detailed drawings.
• Understanding of standard dimensioning practices and scaling with English and metric units.
• Experience in checking dimensions and documenting materials for parts in assemblies.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge in 2D AutoCAD and 2D Design.
• Experience with mechanical design, specifically with dampers and louvers.
• Familiarity with Revit, sheet metal, and blueprint architecture.

Work Environment

The work environment is collaborative, focusing on precision and attention to detail. The role involves using advanced CAD software and requires a keen understanding of manufacturing processes and materials. Dress code is business casual, with an emphasis on professionalism.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grandview, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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 hybrid position in Grandview,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 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 : $24 - $30