Drafter

As a Drafter, you will be involved in the structural design of steel and concrete structures, connections, shop drawings, and fabrication detailing. Your role will also include piping isometrics, modeling, and pipe support design, along with preparing flow diagrams (P&ID & PFDs) and electrical/instrumentation wiring diagrams. You will handle mechanical details of machines and similar components as well as the electrical design of stations, single line, and wiring diagrams.

• Design structural elements for steel and concrete structures including connections and detailing.
• Prepare and review shop drawings and fabrication details.
• Create piping isometrics, models, and design pipe support systems.
• Develop flow diagrams including P&ID and PFDs.
• Draft electrical and instrumentation wiring diagrams.
• Detail mechanical components of machines and similar structures.
• Design electrical stations and produce single line and wiring diagrams.

• Proficiency in 2D and 3D drafting tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, and MicroStation.
• Experience in drafting within nuclear, oil & gas, renewables, and automotive high voltage systems.
• Associates degree in drafting.

• Strong background in mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Capability to work with large clients in the nuclear power industry.

We offer flexible work arrangements including potential for hybrid or full remote work, allowing you to balance work from home while leading impactful projects in the energy industry. Our Client supports professional growth and development within an entrepreneurial environment, fostering innovation and advancement. You will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects and not be limited to long-term assignments, with a backlog of work secured for the next five years and opportunities to advance to a Lead Scheduler role. Candidates are preferred to be located in EST/CT, but MST is also considered.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Naperville, IL.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $31.25/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 remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 17, 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 : $25 - $31