Drafter

Job Title: Drafter

Job Description

The Drafter will primarily engage in computer-based work, focusing on managing and translating client-provided CAD drawings into shop detail drawings. This role involves working on both solo projects and collaborative efforts with varying team sizes, depending on project scale. The position exclusively involves 2D drafting, with no 3D or product design responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and translate data from client CAD drawings into shop detail drawings.
• Collaborate with team members ranging from one to nine individuals, based on project size.
• Utilize AutoCAD and Excel to complete drafting tasks and data manipulation.
• Communicate effectively with team members and other departments.
• Interface with the shop environment to ensure accuracy and practicality of drawings.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD with at least 1 year of experience.
• Ability to read and interpret flat prints/blueprints.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Excel, including pivot tables and data manipulation.
• Mechanical inclination, such as experience in car repair, home improvements, or shop work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's degree in CAD/drafting.
• 3+ years of AutoCAD experience preferred.
• 2+ years of drafting experience in a piping setting preferred.
• Experience in metal fabrication, manufacturing, or welding is advantageous.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and involves joining a team of 10 drafters and checkers within a growing company. The role requires interfacing with a loud and noisy shop environment. All work is conducted on computers, emphasizing 2D drafting tasks, and the use of AutoCAD and Excel.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kaukauna, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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 Kaukauna,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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.

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