Drafter

Actalent; Spring (TX); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Actalent is seeking a Drafter in Spring, TX to translate concepts into precise AutoCAD 2D drawings and manage project BOMs, supporting engineering, production, and sales teams.

The role emphasizes timely coordination of parts, deliveries, and documentation, with a focus on accuracy and manufacturability. Onsite work in a contract-to-hire capacity.

Formación

• 2+ years of professional design experience using AutoCAD 2D.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Proficient in creating engineering drawings and BOMs.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare engineering drawings of standard products using AutoCAD 2D in accordance with established company and industry standards.
• Create accurate product drawings in AutoCAD 2D to support manufacturing and engineering requirements.
• Develop and maintain project bills of materials (BOMs), ensuring all components and materials are correctly specified and documented.
• Maintain equipment parts lists and keep documentation up to date as products and projects evolve.
• Order parts as instructed, ensuring accuracy in part numbers, quantities, and specifications.
• Schedule deliveries of parts and materials to align with project timelines and production schedules.
• Reconcile invoices for parts, verifying quantities, pricing, and delivery against purchase orders and project requirements.
• Assist in the product development process by preparing engineering sketches and drawings from prototype products or samples.
• Prepare additional engineering drawings as needed to support new projects, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support modifications by drafting and updating pre-existing drawings based on customer requests and engineering changes.
• Collaborate with engineers, shop floor personnel, and sales team members to clarify design requirements and resolve drawing-related issues.
• Apply knowledge of 2D modeling, tooling, measuring, and caliper usage to ensure drawings are accurate, manufacturable, and aligned with engineering intent.
• Follow instructions and guidance from the Engineering Supervisor or designee to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines.

Conocimientos

AutoCAD 2D

Manufacturing

CAD/CAM

Dimensioning

Measuring tools

Collaboration

Reverse engineering

Herramientas

CAD/CAM software

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

The Drafter prepares detailed product drawings in AutoCAD 2D, develops project bills of materials, and supports engineering and manufacturing activities. This role works closely with engineering, production, and sales teams to translate concepts and prototype products into accurate engineering documentation while ensuring timely coordination of parts, deliveries, and related documentation.

Job Description

The Drafter prepares detailed product drawings in AutoCAD 2D, develops project bills of materials, and supports engineering and manufacturing activities. This role works closely with engineering, production, and sales teams to translate concepts and prototype products into accurate engineering documentation while ensuring timely coordination of parts, deliveries, and related documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering drawings of standard products using AutoCAD 2D in accordance with established company and industry standards.
• Create accurate product drawings in AutoCAD 2D to support manufacturing and engineering requirements.
• Develop and maintain project bills of materials (BOMs), ensuring all components and materials are correctly specified and documented.
• Maintain equipment parts lists and keep documentation up to date as products and projects evolve.
• Order parts as instructed, ensuring accuracy in part numbers, quantities, and specifications.
• Schedule deliveries of parts and materials to align with project timelines and production schedules.
• Reconcile invoices for parts, verifying quantities, pricing, and delivery against purchase orders and project requirements.
• Assist in the product development process by preparing engineering sketches and drawings from prototype products or samples.
• Prepare additional engineering drawings as needed to support new projects, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support modifications by drafting and updating pre-existing drawings based on customer requests and engineering changes.
• Collaborate with engineers, shop floor personnel, and sales team members to clarify design requirements and resolve drawing-related issues.
• Apply knowledge of 2D modeling, tooling, measuring, and caliper usage to ensure drawings are accurate, manufacturable, and aligned with engineering intent.
• Follow instructions and guidance from the Engineering Supervisor or designee to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of professional design experience using AutoCAD 2D.
• At least 2 years of professional experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D for creating engineering and product drawings.
• Experience with CAD and CAM software tools used for drafting and design.
• Strong understanding of 2D modeling principles, including dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Knowledge of tooling concepts and their application in manufacturing drawings.
• Ability to use measuring tools and calipers to support accurate drafting and reverse engineering.
• Experience in drafting, design engineering, and supporting research and development or reverse engineering activities.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate engineering drawings and bills of materials.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation, parts lists, and invoices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, production, and sales teams.
• Motivation to grow within the industry and take on increased responsibility over time.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience preparing engineering drawings for standard products using AutoCAD 2D.
• Experience assisting in product development by creating drawings from prototypes or physical samples.
• Experience preparing and updating various engineering drawings to support different projects.
• Familiarity with drafting modifications to existing drawings based on customer feedback or engineering changes.
• Interest in long-term career growth with the potential to move into a lead role.
• Comfort working in a setting that involves collaboration with engineers, shop personnel, and sales teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spring, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Spring,TX.

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.