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Drafter

Actalent
Columbia, PA Contractor
POSTED ON 4/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026

Actalent Engineering is seeking qualified candidates for a Drafter opening that open with a steel fabricator that located in Columbia, PA. This person will be responsible for utilizing 2D and 3D CAD software programs to create and modify models and documents including submittal, fabrication and installation drawings from various sources.

Below is a a summary of responsibilities for this position:

  • Prepare assembly and part drawings for fabrication or components
  • Develop cut lists and bills of material for assembly
  • Collaborate with managers, sales department, and other drafters on projects
  • Serve as technical support marketing, sales, fabrication and installation personnel as needed
  • Utilize technical manuals and directives to ensure compliance with codes, company policies and quality standards
  • Review drawings and parts lists for completeness and accuracy, ensuring basic integrity of designs, layouts and compliance with regulations and engineering principles
  • Present created drawings to customers and communicate opportunities for alteration as it relates to design for manufacturability (DFM)
  • Create manufacturing drawings for fabricators to cut, weld and assemble said systems components

Below is a summary of requirements for qualified candidates:

  • Ability to read and understand CAD drawings
  • Proficiency using AutoCAD or another 2D CAD software
  • Competency in working in imperial and metric systems

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbia, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Columbia,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $20 - $24

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