Electrical CAD Drafter — 3D AutoCAD & Revit (NYC)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Critical Illness

401(k)

Pension plan

Job summary

Actalent in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an Electrical CAD Drafter with AutoCAD experience to support new construction projects. You will create electrical drawings, read blueprints, and ensure code compliance while collaborating closely with project teams. The role emphasizes accuracy, speed, and independent work on local sites.

Must have 2+ years of drafting experience on commercial/residential projects, with AutoCAD and 3D skills. Revit experience and strong Excel usage are a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience as Electrical CAD Drafter on new construction projects.
• AutoCAD with 3D drafting for electrical systems.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints accurately.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and applying them in drafting.
• Experience drafting for building projects.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable in coordination meetings with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed electrical CAD drawings for new construction projects.
• Draft layouts and details from shop and as-built drawings.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints for accuracy.
• Apply electrical codes to ensure compliant drawings.
• Attend coordination meetings with project managers and team members.
• Collaborate with project manager on scope, timelines, and design.
• Update drawings to reflect changes and field conditions.
• Use AutoCAD, including 3D, to develop electrical drawings efficiently.
• Support building drafting to integrate with other systems.
• Work independently and manage drafting tasks to meet deadlines.
• Maintain organized drawing files and documentation.

Skills

AutoCAD

3D drafting

Electrical blueprints

Electrical codes

Independent work

Coordination meetings

Detail orientation

Revit experience

Excel proficiency

Tools

AutoCAD 3D

Revit

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Actalent in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an Electrical CAD Drafter with AutoCAD experience to support new construction projects. You will create electrical drawings, read blueprints, and ensure code compliance while collaborating closely with project teams. The role emphasizes accuracy, speed, and independent work on local sites.

Must have 2+ years of drafting experience on commercial/residential projects, with AutoCAD and 3D skills. Revit experience and strong Excel usage are a plus.