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Drafter

Actalent
Westport, CT Contractor
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/21/2026

MEP Drafter (AutoCAD & Revit) – Grow Your Career with a Stable, Family-Oriented Engineering Firm

About the Opportunity

We’re looking for a detail-driven MEP Drafter who is passionate about designing high-quality mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. In this role, you’ll contribute to exciting commercial and hospitality projects while working alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative, supportive environment.

If you enjoy variety in your work, thrive on managing multiple projects, and want to grow with a company that values long-term stability and professional development—this is the opportunity for you.


What You’ll Do

  • Design and draft ductwork, piping, and HVAC systems for commercial and hospitality projects
  • Create detailed mechanical and electrical layouts using AutoCAD and Revit
  • Develop and update construction-ready MEP drawings
  • Conduct site surveys to verify field conditions and gather critical data
  • Coordinate layouts across disciplines to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and constructability
  • Collaborate closely with engineers to refine designs and resolve conflicts
  • Manage multiple projects while maintaining high attention to detail and meeting deadlines
  • Assist with permitting, documentation, and project closeout deliverables
  • Contribute to improving drafting standards and implementing new technologies and tools

What You Bring

  • 2 years of experience in MEP drafting
  • Strong experience with AutoCAD and working knowledge of Revit (MEP)
  • Hands-on experience with HVAC, ductwork, and piping system design
  • Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, including power distribution
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
  • Strong attention to detail and clear communication skills
  • CAD certification or equivalent training

Bonus Points

  • Advanced Revit skills (coordination/model management)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical layout experience
  • EIT certification (or working toward it)
  • Interest in career growth, leadership, and mentoring

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Unmatched stability — no layoffs for decades
  • Family-oriented culture with a collaborative, close-knit team
  • Opportunity to work on diverse, multi-state projects (GA, FL, MD & beyond)
  • Career growth support, including P.E. reimbursement
  • Learn from experienced MEP professionals and industry experts
  • Exposure to cutting-edge tools and technologies in AutoCAD and Revit
  • Strong reputation with repeat clients and high-quality projects

Work Environment

  • On-site, team-oriented office environment (5 days/week, with flexibility as needed)
  • Business casual dress code
  • Backed by a large, established engineering organization with the feel of a smaller firm

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westport, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $40.00/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 Westport,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 : $27 - $40

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