Substation Drafter

ACTalent; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO/Vacation

Job summary

ACTalent in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Electrical CAD Technician to support detailing and design for electrical projects. The role collaborates with engineers and designers and relies on drafting software to produce accurate drawings.

The position is contract-to-hire, fully onsite, with pay $25-$28 per hour. Candidates should have an associate degree and CAD coursework, plus experience with Civil 3D, AutoCAD Electrical, and MicroStation.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent in drafting/engineering tech.
• Coursework in drafting technology or CAD certification is required.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Micro-Station is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing drawings and revising engineering drawings from sketches or layouts.
• Prepare and revise permit and plot drawings.
• Follow company and client drafting standards and procedures.
• Draft design and documentation for various projects using standard drafting detail programs.
• Contribute to continuous drafting detail improvements.

Skills

Civil 3D

AutoCAD Electrical

Substation drafting

Education

Associate's Degree in a relevant field

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Job Title: Electrical CAD Technician Job Description

An opportunity is available for a skilled Electrical CAD Technician to join a dynamic team in Fort Worth, TX. This role involves supporting technical teams of detailers, designers, and engineers by providing top-tier drafting and design solutions for a variety of projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing drawings and revising existing engineering drawings of basic components from specific sketches or layouts.
• Assist with preparing and revising permit and plot drawings.
• Adhere to company and client drafting standards and procedures.
• Follow drafting practices specific to the selected discipline.
• Assist in drafting design and documentation for various projects.
• Utilize standard drafting detail programs for various tasks.
• Contribute to continuous drafting detail improvement efforts.
• Research and recommend solutions to project concerns and design problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all company policies.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Civil 3D, utilities, distribution design, power lines, plot drawings, AutoCAD Electrical, and substation drafting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a relevant field.
• Coursework in drafting technology or specialized CAD certification is required.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Micro-Station is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn and develop within the field.

Work Environment

The position is based in an office environment in Fort Worth, TX, where collaboration with technical teams is essential. The role involves using advanced drafting technologies and requires adherence to professional attire standards.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,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.