Drafter

Actalent; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van pool program

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Drafter for its McCarran, NV operation. You will produce precise shop drawings using AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop and AutoCAD, supporting fabrication and estimating with material takeoffs. Strong Excel, blueprint reading, and independent, detail-oriented work are essential.

The role is contract to hire and onsite in McCarran, NV, with a focus on accurate, timely delivery and collaboration across engineering and manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of recent industrial drafting experience, with work samples.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop, with no time available for on-the-job training in basic CAD drafting.
• Demonstrated CAD drafting experience in an industrial or fabrication environment.
• Strong Excel skills, particularly for data entry and basic design-related tasks.
• Ability to perform accurate material takeoffs from drawings.
• Mechanical aptitude and strong math skills to support accurate design and detailing.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprint drawings.
• Highly organized, independent, and detail-oriented work style.

Responsibilities

• Create precise shop and fabrication drawings for fabricated industrial products using AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop.
• Apply at least 5+ years of recent industrial drafting experience to produce accurate and complete drawing packages.
• Prepare and revise CAD drawings in accordance with project specifications, standards, and timelines.
• Perform material takeoffs from drawings to support estimating, procurement, and fabrication activities.
• Use strong Excel skills to perform data entry and support basic design-related tasks.
• Interpret and work from blueprint drawings, ensuring that all dimensions, tolerances, and specifications are correctly represented.
• Collaborate with fabrication, manufacturing, and engineering staff to clarify requirements and resolve drawing-related questions.
• Maintain organized drawing files and documentation to ensure easy retrieval and consistent version control.
• Contribute to team goals by completing related drafting tasks and supporting colleagues as needed.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members at all levels to ensure alignment on project requirements and progress.

Skills

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop

Industrial drafting

Excel

Blueprint reading

Organization

Communication

Education

Drafting Technology Program or associate degree

Tools

AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Drafter

Job Description

The Drafter is responsible for producing accurate and detailed shop and fabrication drawings for fabricated industrial products using AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop. This role requires strong industrial drafting experience, the ability to work independently in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment, and a high level of organization and attention to detail. The Drafter collaborates closely with team members across all levels of the organization to support manufacturing and fabrication activities.

Responsibilities

• Create precise shop and fabrication drawings for fabricated industrial products using AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop.
• Apply at least 5+ years of recent industrial drafting experience to produce accurate and complete drawing packages.
• Prepare and revise CAD drawings in accordance with project specifications, standards, and timelines.
• Perform material takeoffs from drawings to support estimating, procurement, and fabrication activities.
• Use strong Excel skills to perform data entry and support basic design-related tasks, with additional training provided as needed.
• Interpret and work from blueprint drawings, ensuring that all dimensions, tolerances, and specifications are correctly represented.
• Collaborate with fabrication, manufacturing, and engineering staff to clarify requirements and resolve drawing-related questions.
• to enhance drawing quality and constructability.
• Maintain organized drawing files and documentation to ensure easy retrieval and consistent version control.
• Contribute to team goals by completing related drafting tasks and supporting colleagues as needed.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members at all levels to ensure alignment on project requirements and progress.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5+ years of recent industrial drafting experience, with work samples required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop, with no time available for on-the-job training in basic CAD drafting.
• Demonstrated CAD drafting experience in an industrial or fabrication environment.
• Strong Excel skills, particularly for data entry and basic design-related tasks.
• Ability to perform accurate material takeoffs from drawings.
• Mechanical aptitude and strong math skills to support accurate design and detailing.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprint drawings.
• Highly organized, independent, and detail-oriented work style.
• Self-starter mindset with a strong focus on service and delivering high-quality work.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of staff in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Completion of a Drafting Technology Program or an associate degree is preferred.
• Experience with the primary drafting software used by the organization is preferred.
• Experience in steel detailing or steel manufacturing is considered a strong, transferable asset.
• Experience with manufacturing environments is helpful but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Work Environment

The work environment is close-knit, supportive, and collaborative, where team members get along very well and maintain a laid-back, friendly atmosphere while staying focused on getting work done. Colleagues often joke and interact informally, creating a comfortable and engaging workplace culture. The role operates in a fast-paced setting where priorities can change quickly, requiring flexibility and adaptability. A van pool program is available, offering pickup and drop-off to and from the work location, providing added convenience for commuting. The environment emphasizes teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect, while still maintaining high standards of productivity and quality.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of McCarran, NV.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of McCarran, NV.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in McCarran,NV.

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.