What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Protection CAD Drafter position at Actalent?
AutoCAD Technician
Interested in this role? Apply directly today to Chaney Cornell at chcornell@actalentservices. com for immediate consideration
**interviews being conducted this week**
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated AutoCAD Technician to join our team in Indianapolis. This full-time position involves collaborating with Fire Protection Engineers and Building Code Consultants to document fire and life safety features using AutoCAD. The role primarily focuses on healthcare projects in Indiana and Ohio, with occasional work in surrounding states.
Responsibilities
- Create and modify drawings under the supervision of the CAD Manager.
- Add symbols, text, and details to drawings as specified by engineers.
- Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in all drawings.
- Multitask and manage several projects simultaneously.
- Maintain reliable attendance and adhere to the assigned work schedule.
- Perform AutoCAD work, including adding polycolor lines and updating symbols to align with fire protection design and building codes.
- Make minor adjustments to designs, such as door locations and openings, to comply with codes.
- Assist in organizing internal documents and files related to building codes and fire protection designs.
Essential Skills
- Technical proficiency in AutoCAD.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions accurately and consistently.
- Experience with fire protection drafting and building codes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with polycolor lines in AutoCAD.
- Long-term potential to advance to CAD Manager role in approximately 5 years.
Work Environment
The position is based in a standard office environment, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The office is conveniently located on the west side of Indianapolis, near major roadways.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, Indiana.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.04 - $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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2025.
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 : $24 - $31
