CAD Detailer

ACTalent; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a CAD Detailer in Fort Wayne, IN to convert customer drawings into AutoCAD 2D plans and support manufacturing from multiple plants.

The role involves managing 5–6 projects at once, using a proprietary AutoCAD 2D add-in, and collaborating with internal teams and customers to ensure on-time delivery. This contract-to-hire position is onsite in Fort Wayne, with a competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD drafting (school or professional).
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills (you will work on multiple projects at once).
• Experience with joists and/or decking design.
• Leadership or training experience.
• Flexible mindset with a collaborative approach.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy in drawings.
• Goal-oriented and results-driven.
• Capable of giving and receiving feedback effectively.
• Adaptability to company culture and values.

Responsibilities

• Convert customer drawings into detailed plans using AutoCAD 2D.
• Create manufacturing plans and coordinate internal and external project delivery.
• Work on 5-6 projects simultaneously at various stages of completion.
• Utilize a proprietary AutoCAD 2D add-in, with training provided.
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers to solve problems and ensure project success.

Skills

AutoCAD drafting

Multitasking

Tools

AutoCAD 2D add-in

Job description

Job Title: CAD Detailer

Job Description

Join a leading fabricator of structural steel joist and deck building systems, known for their specification and engineering expertise across North America. The Detailer role is crucial in converting customer drawings into simple AutoCAD 2D plans, facilitating the manufacturing and delivery of the final product. This position is based in Fort Wayne, IN, supporting production from multiple manufacturing plants.

Responsibilities

• Convert customer drawings into detailed plans using AutoCAD 2D.
• Create manufacturing plans and coordinate internal and external project delivery.
• Work on 5-6 projects simultaneously at various stages of completion.
• Utilize a proprietary AutoCAD 2D add-in, with training provided.
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers to solve problems and ensure project success.

Essential Skills

• Experience with AutoCAD drafting (school or professional)
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills (you will work on multiple projects at once)

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with joists and/or decking design.
• Leadership or training experience.
• Flexible mindset with a collaborative approach.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy in drawings.
• Goal-oriented and results-driven.
• Capable of giving and receiving feedback effectively.
• Adaptability to company culture and values.

Work Environment

Enjoy a casual work environment with a focus on meeting deadlines. Each team member has their own cubicle in an open-concept office, encouraging collaboration. Located in the newly renovated Electric Works building in downtown Fort Wayne, the office offers plenty of natural light and proximity to dining and recreational options. The company culture is centered around flexibility and customer satisfaction, with a strong emphasis on employee incentives and career growth opportunities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.25 - $23.25/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Wayne,IN.

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 [e-mail] 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.