What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drafter position at Actalent?
Description
Strong work ethic / go‑getter mentality (this is the #1 priority; past issues have been lack of drive) 100% production role – producing shop/fab drawings (no report writing or admin work) Experience with metalwork only – no glass Gutters, curtain walls, decorative/architectural metals Solid AutoCAD fundamentals required They do have templates from similar jobs but candidate must be able to build drawings from scratch when needed Rhino is a plus (trainable if not) EnRoute (CNC) experience is a plus (also trainable) Environment & workflow: Candidate will regularly interact with the shop floor to walk through drawings and answer questions Goal is to keep drafters on projects start‑to‑finish, but due to delays/pushbacks they may pivot to other jobs Drawings aim to be clean and accurate upfront, but candidate must be comfortable reading drawings, asking questions, and clarifying details when needed Minimal external coordination
Skills
Autocad, Drafting, metal fabrication, rhino
Top Skills Details
Autocad,Drafting,metal fabrication
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Does NOT want someone currently in architecture school (historically becomes a short‑term stepping stone) No Pool companies
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Patchogue, NY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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 Patchogue,NY.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 4, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Salary : $25 - $35