About this role
Job Title: Engineering CAD TechnicianJob DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated Engineering CAD Technician to join our dynamic team. The role involves working directly with our dealer network to modify and edit quotes for fire trucks, ensuring alignment with our manufacturing capabilities. This position is integral to maintaining clean and accurate communication between engineering and sales, contributing to the growth and success of our company. Responsibilities • Collaborate with dealers to modify and edit quotes, ensuring they match manufacturing capabilities. • Utilize quote writer software and DraftSite, spending approximately 50% of your time on each. • Ensure the compatibility of 'preset assemblies' with 2D drawings. • Work closely with dealers to understand and validate order requests for fire truck manufacturing. • Modify drawings in AutoCAD 2D to reflect accurate specifications. • Act as a liaison between the engineering department and the dealer network. • Update and modify offerings in the quote writer software. Essential Skills • Strong communication skills. • Proficiency in 2D CAD software. • Experience with Excel for mechanical and schematic tasks. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Attention to detail. • Strong computer skills. • Experience with AutoCAD, Blueprint reading, and Troubleshooting. Work EnvironmentThe position is based in an office environment. You will be part of a small, family-owned company experiencing significant growth, with a projected 400% increase over the next four years. The dealer network has expanded from 4 to 22, requiring more team members to manage growth and incoming orders. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Alexis, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $31.25/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Alexis,IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 6, 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.
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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.