AutoCAD Drafter

Electrical CAD Technician

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Are you an Electrical CAD professional looking to contribute to impactful infrastructure and utility projects? Join a nationally recognized engineering and consulting organization known for delivering innovative solutions across the power, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and designers while supporting projects that help power communities across the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and revise electrical and utility-related drawings using CAD software.

• Assist engineers and designers in creating high-quality design packages, construction drawings, and project documentation.

• Prepare and update permit, plot, and technical drawings based on project requirements.

• Ensure all drafting work complies with company, client, and industry standards.

• Support distribution, utility, and power delivery projects from concept through design.

• Research design challenges and collaborate with project teams to develop effective solutions.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to drafting processes and standards.

• Maintain accuracy, quality, and attention to detail across all project deliverables.

Qualifications

• Experience with Civil 3D, utility design, distribution systems, or power delivery projects.

• Ability to create and revise plot plans and technical drawings.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

• Associate degree in Drafting Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.

• CAD certification and experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation are a plus.

• Self-starter with a desire to learn, grow, and build a long-term career within the engineering industry.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work with one of the industry's most respected engineering consulting teams on large-scale utility and infrastructure projects.

• Gain exposure to complex projects that support power delivery and community development.

• Collaborative environment with strong mentorship and career growth opportunities.

• Opportunity to develop technical expertise while working alongside experienced industry professionals.

Work Environment

This role offers a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on technical excellence, innovation, and professional development. You'll work with experienced engineering and design professionals using industry-leading tools and technologies while contributing to projects that make a meaningful impact.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Worth, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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 [email protected] 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.