Cad Drafter @ Actalent

Job Title: CAD Drafting TechnicianJob DescriptionAs a CAD Drafting Technician, you will be instrumental in completing utility plan sets in AutoCAD for construction purposes, generating land base prints for field use, and completing permit drawings for various permitting authorities. You will compile job books upon project completion and handle import/export of various file types to and from AutoCAD. Additionally, you will analyze aerial imagery and GIS information to create accurate aerial plan sets for customers and internal engineers. You will also be responsible for updating plans based on field feedback to ensure constructability.

Your role involves taking field notes, utilizing GPS, and designing plans for new and existing power and communication facilities. All projects are in 2D for gas, electric, and fiber distribution designs. About The Company Join a growing utility engineering and infrastructure services company supporting major electric, gas, and telecommunications providers. This organization offers long-term stability, a strong project backlog, career growth opportunities, and the chance to work on impactful utility and fiber projects that help keep communities connected.

Responsibilities

• Complete utility plan sets in AutoCAD for construction purposes.
• Generate land base prints in AutoCAD for field use.
• Complete permit drawings for various permitting authorities.
• Compile job books upon project completion.
• Import and export various file types to and from AutoCAD.
• Create accurate aerial plan sets using aerial imagery and GIS information.
• Update plans based on field feedback to ensure constructability.
• Take field notes and utilize GPS.
• Design plans for new and existing power and communication facilities.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and drafting.
• Experience in construction-related drafting.
• Ability to interpret and utilize aerial imagery and GIS information.
• Knowledge of 2D design for gas, electric, and fiber distribution projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting/Design, GIS, Civil Engineering, or equivalent technical certification.
• 14 years of professional CAD experience, preferably in civil, electrical, fiber, or utility projects.
• Beneficial experience in AutoCAD Civil and GIS.
• Candidates with just interior design or architecture experience will not be considered.

Work EnvironmentThe role requires daily presence in the office located in either Green Bay, WI, or, if experienced, Madison, WI, or New Berlin, WI. Standard working hours are 8-hour days, typically 8-5 or 7-4, with some flexibility on start and end times. The position is a 12-month contract to hire, offering equipment, 6 paid holidays, and 2 weeks of accrued paid PTO. You will have the opportunity to support a robust utility industry with a strong backlog of work.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fond du Lac, WI.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Fond du Lac,WI.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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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