Drafter

Job Summary:

The Drafter position is responsible for producing intermediate‑to‑advanced AutoCAD and Revit drawings for insulated metal panel (IMP) projects. This role performs drafting tasks with moderate independence, prepares accurate material take‑offs and bills of materials, and completes shop drawings of standard to moderately complex difficulty. The Drafter maintains a solid understanding of company products, drafting workflows, calculation tools, and construction principles, while supporting the drafting team and collaborating with senior Drafting team members and Project Managers to ensure project accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to company standards.

Job Duties:

• Utilize Revit and AutoCAD to create accurate drawings of IMP structures in accordance with company drafting standards, construction practices, and project requirements.
• Modify, develop, and maintain Revit families and integrate them into project templates with minimal supervision.
• Complete drafting assignments and BoMs accurately and consistently, including projects with moderate complexity or multiple special conditions.
• Extract and interpret information from customer drawings; coordinate with Project Managers and Sales to clarify missing or conflicting details.
• Apply a working understanding of calculation processes and engineering concepts to ensure drafting accuracy (without independently modifying engineering methods).
• Perform detailed plan checks and BOM reviews for standard or moderate-difficulty projects prepared by Drafters.
• Support Level I Drafters by providing guidance on drafting practices, Revit/AutoCAD usage, and company procedures.
• Manage personal project schedules with increasing independence, prioritizing tasks according to drafting workloads and deadlines.
• Maintain solid understanding of construction engineering terminology, IMP system behavior, and product application limits.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in CAD or drafting preferred
• 2–4 years of professional experience using AutoCAD and Revit, or equivalent proficiency
• Experience working with IMPs, building envelope systems, metal buildings, or related construction fields preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, including consistent attention to detail
• Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vacaville, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $34.00/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 hybrid position in Vacaville,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 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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