Electrical CAD Drafter

Actalent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Medical insurance

Pension plan

Job summary

Actalent in Brooklyn, NY seeks an Electrical CAD Drafter to support ongoing commercial projects. The role involves drafting precise drawings from shop and as-built plans, reading electrical blueprints and codes, and collaborating with project managers in coordination meetings.

Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is required, with at least 3 years of experience in new construction. This onsite contract-to-hire role offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within NYC projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Electrical CAD Drafter/Operator on commercial and residential projects.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and codes.
• Strong drafting accuracy and ability to work with project managers and coordinate meetings.

Responsibilities

• Attend coordination meetings and collaborate with project managers.
• Draft detailed drawings based on shop and as-built drawings using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints and codes to ensure compliance.

Skills

Electrical drafting

Reading blueprints

Attention to detail

Coordination meetings

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical CAD Drafter/Operator to join our team for ongoing new construction commercial projects across all five boroughs. The ideal candidate will attend coordination meetings, collaborate closely with project managers, and produce precise drafting drawings. This role involves drafting based on shop drawings and as-built drawings, as well as reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and codes.

Job Title: Electrical CAD Drafter

We are seeking an experienced Electrical CAD Drafter/Operator to join our team for ongoing new construction commercial projects across all five boroughs. The ideal candidate will attend coordination meetings, collaborate closely with project managers, and produce precise drafting drawings. This role involves drafting based on shop drawings and as-built drawings, as well as reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and codes.

Responsibilities

• Attend and actively participate in coordination meetings.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure accuracy and efficiency in drafting.
• Draft detailed drawings based on shop and as-built drawings.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints and codes to ensure compliance and precision.
• Utilize AutoCAD and Revit for drafting purposes.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, including 3D drafting.
• Experience in Revit.
• Thorough understanding of electrical codes.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Electrical CAD Drafter/Operator on new construction commercial and residential projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong technical ability in drafting.
• Ability to work independently with confidence.

Work Environment

The office is located in Brooklyn, NY. All projects begin at 7:00 am. The role requires a high level of technical drafting ability, speed in task completion, and confidence in independent work. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including holidays, vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, and pension plans. Projects are local to NYC, and there are opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brooklyn, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $41.00/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 Brooklyn, NY.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brooklyn,NY.

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.