Architectural Drafter

Actalent; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

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Job summary

Actalent in Menomonee Falls, WI is seeking a Drafter to produce accurate construction documents for existing and new retail stores using AutoCAD. You'll work with a small planning team and a remote manager, logging plans in Excel and delivering high-quality architectural and interior design drawings.

Ideal candidates have AutoCAD proficiency, at least 6 months drafting experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to translate design concepts into precise drawings while meeting

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and ability to create construction documents.
• At least 6 months of drafting experience through school projects or internships (preferred).
• Strong drafting skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to translate architectural and interior design concepts into technical drawings.
• Proficient in MS Excel to log and track plans and project data.
• Able to work in a small team and communicate with a remote manager.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple drawings and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed construction documents for stores using AutoCAD.
• Translate design concepts into precise drawings.
• Log, track, and maintain plans in MS Excel.
• Collaborate with planners to ensure consistency across drawings.
• Apply drafting standards and best practices.
• Coordinate with a remote manager for feedback and approvals.
• Align drawings with project requirements from on-site leadership.
• Update drawings based on design changes and field conditions.
• Ensure drawings meet corporate and project quality/format standards.
• Support interior architecture by preparing layouts and plan sets as needed.

Skills

AutoCAD drafting

Attention to detail

Remote collaboration

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

AAS or Bachelor’s in drafting, architecture, or interior design

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Excel

MicroStation

Job description

Job Description

This Drafter position focuses on producing accurate construction documents for both existing and new retail stores using AutoCAD. You will collaborate closely with a small planning team and a remote manager, using MS Excel to log and track plans while contributing to high-quality architectural and interior design projects in a modern corporate office environment.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed construction documents for existing and new store locations using AutoCAD.
• Translate architectural and interior design concepts into clear, precise technical drawings.
• Use MS Excel to log, track, and maintain records of plans and project documentation.
• Collaborate with a team of planners to ensure consistency and accuracy across all drawings.
• Incorporate drafting standards and architectural best practices into all project work.
• Coordinate with a remote manager for direction, feedback, and project approvals.
• Respond to guidance from on-site leadership to align drawings with project requirements.
• Update and revise drawings based on design changes, feedback, and field conditions.
• Ensure that all drawings meet corporate and project-specific quality and formatting standards.
• Support interior architecture and design efforts by preparing layouts and plan sets as needed.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD with the ability to demonstrate practical drafting skills.
• Experience creating construction documents or technical drawings, including at least 6 months of drafting experience through school projects or internships (preferred).
• Strong drafting skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work with architectural and interior design concepts and translate them into technical drawings.
• Competence in using MS Excel to log, organize, and track plans and project data.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a small team and communicate clearly with a remote manager.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple drawings and documentation requirements simultaneously.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Bachelor’s degree in drafting, architecture, or interior design.
• Background or coursework in architecture, interior architecture, or interior design.
• Experience with MicroStation is a plus.
• Understanding of design and architecture principles as they relate to retail or commercial spaces.
• Ability to learn and adapt to corporate drafting standards and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret design intent in technical form.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of MENOMONEE FALLS, WI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 MENOMONEE FALLS,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 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.

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