Revit Drafter

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Revit Drafter/Detailer in Orange County, CA. The role focuses on developing and standardizing drawing packages for laboratory and technical facility projects, leveraging Revit and AutoCAD backgrounds.

You will lead the creation of Revit families, templates, and libraries, participating in kickoffs, coordinating with engineering and operations, and driving scalable drafting standards across projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Revit drafting, detailing, architectural design, or related experience.
• Proven experience creating Revit families, templates, libraries, and standards from the ground up.
• Strong understanding of architectural drawings, floor plans, elevations, detailing, and customer-facing design documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed Revit models, floor plans, elevations, and customer-facing submittal drawings.
• Create, organize, and manage Revit families, templates, libraries, and drafting standards.
• Participate in project kickoff meetings to gather requirements and coordinate deliverables.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Project Management, Sales, Manufacturing, and Operations teams.
• Assemble comprehensive drawing packages including plans, elevations, specifications, product information, and supporting documentation.
• Improve drafting workflows, standards, and processes to reduce rework and improve efficiency.
• Support quality control efforts by reviewing drawings for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to standards.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Architectural Drafting

Millwork & Cabinetry Design

CAD Modeling

Construction Documentation

Blueprint Interpretation

Design Standards Development

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Revit Drafter / Detailer

Location: Orange County, CA (Hybrid/Remote Considered)

Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior-Level

About the Company

Our client is an industry leader in the design, manufacturing, and installation of highly specialized laboratory furniture, equipment systems, and technical workspace solutions. For decades, they have partnered with leading organizations in the life sciences, healthcare, education, technology, and research sectors to create innovative laboratory environments that support scientific discovery and operational excellence. With a reputation for quality craftsmanship, engineering expertise, and customer-focused solutions, the company combines advanced manufacturing capabilities with cutting-edge design technology to deliver complex projects throughout North America. Their collaborative culture encourages continuous improvement, innovation, and professional growth, making this an exciting opportunity for individuals who want to influence both project outcomes and company-wide processes.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Revit Drafter / Detailer to play a key role in the development, standardization, and execution of high-quality drawing packages for laboratory and technical facility projects. This role is ideal for a highly skilled Revit professional who brings more than drafting expertise. The successful candidate will help establish drafting standards, develop scalable Revit systems and libraries, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive process improvements that increase efficiency, consistency, and quality across all projects.

This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on both project execution and organizational best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed Revit models, floor plans, elevations, and customer-facing submittal drawings.
• Create, organize, and manage Revit families, templates, libraries, and drafting standards.
• Participate in project kickoff meetings to gather requirements and coordinate deliverables.
• Utilize architect-provided Revit and AutoCAD backgrounds to integrate products into facility layouts.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Project Management, Sales, Manufacturing, and Operations teams.
• Assemble comprehensive drawing packages including plans, elevations, specifications, product information, and supporting documentation.
• Improve drafting workflows, standards, and processes to reduce rework and improve efficiency.
• Support quality control efforts by reviewing drawings for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to standards.
• Visit manufacturing facilities and project sites to develop product knowledge and gain a stronger understanding of installation requirements.
• Contribute to the development of scalable systems that support future business growth.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit.
• 5+ years of Revit drafting, detailing, architectural design, or related experience.
• Proven experience creating Revit families, templates, libraries, and standards from the ground up.
• Strong understanding of architectural drawings, floor plans, elevations, detailing, and customer-facing design documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of quality and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong sense of accountability, ownership, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in architectural drafting, millwork, cabinetry, furniture systems, interiors, laboratory environments, or related industries.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of laboratory, healthcare, cleanroom, science, research, or technical facility environments is plus.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, fabrication, or building product organizations.
• Experience developing drafting standards and process improvements.
• Experience mentoring junior drafters or reviewing outsourced drafting work.

What We're Looking For

• A highly collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments.
• A self-starter who takes ownership of projects and drives them to successful completion.
• Someone who balances exceptional attention to detail with project schedules and business objectives.
• A professional who enjoys process improvement, innovation, and building scalable systems.
• An individual who embraces continuous learning and seeks opportunities to improve how work gets done.
• A proactive problem solver who can identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and consistency.

Technical Skills

• Autodesk Revit
• AutoCAD
• SolidWorks
• Architectural Drafting
• Millwork & Cabinetry Design
• CAD Modeling
• Construction Documentation
• Blueprint Interpretation
• Design Standards Development

Why Join?

• Opportunity to influence company-wide drafting standards and processes.
• Work on innovative laboratory and technical facility projects.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across engineering, manufacturing, and operations.
• Visible role with significant impact on project quality and organizational success.
• Growth-oriented culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fountain Valley, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(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 disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Fountain Valley,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby 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 thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall 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 applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.