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Entry Level Electrical Drafter

Actalent
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 10/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/21/2026

Job Title: Electrical Drafter

Job Description

The primary function of this role is BIM Coordination, focusing on the drafting and design of electrical conduit systems.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine assignments requiring a thorough knowledge of computer-aided drafting system standards, practices, and techniques.
  • Create quick actions utilizing the command language of the system to assist in drawing creation.
  • Utilize knowledge of mathematics in the preparation of drawings.
  • Develop increased proficiency in system operation with a resulting increase in productivity, and learn how to use all software options.
  • Review work orders and procedural manuals to determine critical dimensions of design.
  • Calculate figures to convert design dimensions to resizing dimensions specified for subsequent production processes, using conversion charts and calculators.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in electrical drafting using 3D modeling software such as BIM, Revit, AutoCAD, and NavisWorks.
  • Ability to create Revit Worksheets and understanding of Revit work-sharing process.
  • Fluency in both 2D and 3D spaces.
  • Understanding of 3D coordination with other trades.
  • Ability to read and interpret 2D plans, electronically or in hard copy.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • High school diploma/GED and drafting courses required one to two years of technical training preferred.
  • Five years experience in the electrical construction industry, with knowledge of electrical symbols and drafting conventions and standards.
  • Working experience in electrical drafting or MEP using Revit is preferred.
  • General working knowledge of construction software such as Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam.
  • Ability to manipulate Revit families, views, browser structure, sheets, schedules, filters, and similar Revit functions.
  • Ability to receive and transmit documents on behalf of the design team.
  • Fluency with all plotters, printers, and reproduction systems used in house or on the job site.
  • Ability to import documents, such as spreadsheets, photos, images, and word processing files into Revit projects.
  • Skills above and beyond would be creating simple parametric families, utilizing shared parameters, creating schedules, and creating complex geometry.

Work Environment

This position can be located in Oregon (Portland, Hillsboro), Boise, ID, or Phoenix, AZ, and offers a hybrid work schedule with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. Our company provides 7 paid holidays, vacation, and sick time as per requirements. Employees have access to Udemy for professional growth opportunities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Portland,OR.

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 : $38 - $55

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